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- * Handheld ultrasound devices are designed for focused exams and shouldn’t be viewed as replacements for advanced ultrasound systems, as they typically have limited functions.
- * HUDs show promise for diagnosing and monitoring COVID-19, and their routine use could improve management during the pandemic when used following POCUS guidelines and safety procedures.
Article Abstract
The use of portable ultrasound (US) devices is increasing, due to its accessibility, versatility, non-invasiveness, and its significant support in the patient management, extending the traditional physical examination through the POCUS (point-of-care ultrasound). The pocket-size or handheld ultrasound devices (HUDs) can easily perform focused exams, not aiming to substitute for the high-end US systems (gold standard), since the HUDs usually have more limited functions. The HUDs are promising tools for the diagnosis, prognosis, and monitoring of the COVID-19 infection and its related disorders. In conclusion, the routine use of HUDs may ameliorate the management of COVID-19 pandemic, according to the guidelines for the POCUS approach and the procedures for the protection of the patients and the professionals.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9665043 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s42399-022-01316-9 | DOI Listing |
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