Pocus series: Ultrasound during cardiopulmonary resuscitation

T. H. Gijtenbeek, J. E. Lopez Matta, P. R. Tuinman, M. E. Haaksma, M. L.A. Heldeweg, J. M. Smit, D. J. van Westerloo, J. A. Janson, C. V.Elzo Kraemer

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Abstract

This article is part of the point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) series. During cardiopulmonary resuscitation, bedside ultrasound has important clinical value for confirming a diagnosis, establishing a prognosis and in therapeutic decision-making. In this article we provide a practical review on how to implement and apply POCUS during cardiopulmonary resuscitation and discuss its merits and pitfalls.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)170-175
Number of pages6
JournalNetherlands Journal of Critical Care
Volume29
Issue number4
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jul 2021

Keywords

  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
  • POCUS
  • Ultrasound

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