An analysis using modified rapid ultrasound for shock and hypotension for patients with endogenous cardiac arrest

Conclusions: The present study revealed that, among patients with out-of-hospital endogenous CA, modified RUSH is useful for diagnosing ascending aortic dissection for the detection of hemothorax and/or cardiac tamponade, especially with PEA.

Source: Journal of Emergencies, Trauma and Shock - May 29, 2019 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Youichi Yanagawa Hiromichi Ohsaka Hiroki Nagasawa Ikuto Takeuchi Kei Jitsuiki Kazuhiko Omori Source Type: research