This book provides a practically applicable guide to the use of ultrasound in the care of acutely and critically ill patients.  It is laid out in two sections. The first section attempts to take a comprehensive approach to specific systems of examination taking an organ focused approach covering techniques including Focussed Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) scanning and venous sonography. The second section presents a range of specific cases enabling the reader to develop an understanding of how to apply these methodologies effectively into their day-to-day clinical practice.

Ultrasound in the Critically Ill: A Practical Guide describes how to use ultrasound technologies in day-to-day clinical practice. Therefore, it is an ideal resource for all trainee and practicing physicians who utilize these technologies on a day-to-day basis. 

Physics of Ultrasound

Preparation and Image Optimisation
Clinical Governance
Airway Ultrasound
Basic Lung Ultrasound
Advanced Lung Ultrasound
Focused Transthoracic Echocardiography
Advanced Transthoracic Echocardiography
Transoesophageal Echocardiography
FAST Scanning
Renal Tract Ultrasound
Abdominal Ultrasound - Liver, Spleen and Biliary Tree
Abdominal Ultrasound - Bowel and Peritoneum
Vascular Access
Venous Sonography
Neuro-ophthalmic Ultrasound
Cranial Doppler
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound
The Haemodynamically Unstable Patient
The Unconscious Polytrauma Patient
The Patient with Acute Breathlessness
The Patient Difficult to Wean from Mechanical Ventilation
The Patient with Acute Kidney Injury
The Patient with Acute Abdominal Pain.