Point of care ultrasound is associated with decreased ED length of stay for symptomatic early pregnancy

Emergency physicians (EP) can accurately rule out ectopic pregnancy with pelvic point of care ultrasound (PPOCUS). Multiple studies have suggested that PPOCUS may decrease length of stay (LOS) for emergency department (ED) patients presenting with early symptomatic pregnancy compared to comprehensive ultrasound (CUS). This systematic review and meta-analysis examines the association between the use of PPOCUS vs CUS and ED LOS.
Source: The American Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Review Source Type: research