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Vascular Ultrasound Prior To Paracentesis
Although the evidence is conflicting, vascular ultrasound prior to paracentesis may prevent
puncture site in a complex ... with large volume ascites ... . 2D & Doppler assessment ... bloodvessels #color #doppler ... #clinical #ultrasound
Complex Ascites on POCUS

- Dr. Michael I. Prats @PratsEM

Large amount of free fluid seen in the
Complex Ascites ... in it, possibly hemorrhagic ... #Complex #Ascites ... #POCUS #clinical ... #ultrasound #abdominal
Avoiding Large Blood Vessels during Paracentesis on POCUS

Once you find fluid and before you sample, u/s
Vessels during Paracentesis ... lead to fatal hemorrhage ... #BloodVessels #Paracentesis ... #clinical #ultrasound ... #color #doppler
Complex Ascites on POCUS
62 yo F with rec dx colon CA s/p colectomy, liver cirrhosis w
Complex Ascites ... diagnostic and tx paracentesis ... PittIMPOCUS #Complex ... #SBP #clinical ... #ultrasound #abdominal