The Use of a Portable Ultrasound system in the surgical assessment of rib fractures in an elderly patient

ConclusionThis study demonstrates that the portable ultrasound system is a valuable method of imaging in the assessment of rib fractures, and which can save time, economically affordable for many patients, and allow surgeons to make a minor incision in order to avoid complications such as infection, particularly in this group of vulnerable patients.
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research