Ngome, Omary and Rohacek, Martin. (2020) Point-of-care ultrasound: a useful diagnostic tool in Africa. PRAXIS, 109 (8). pp. 608-614.
Full text not available from this repository.
Official URL: https://edoc.unibas.ch/77466/
Downloads: Statistics Overview
Abstract
In resource limited settings with limited tests and diagnostic tools, most of diagnoses are based on clinical findings, and patients are managed empirically, e.g. with anti-tuberculosis drugs. This article aims at describing the use of point-of-care ultrasound in diagnosing the most important conditions in Africa, in addition to clinical work-up. Different protocols exist for the diagnosis of trauma-related disorders, tuberculosis, schistosomiasis, thromboembolism, causes of dyspnea, and non- traumatic shock. Point-of-care ultrasound might be a beneficial tool in Africa, aiding diagnostics and management of patients with these conditions. However, studies must be done to assess the impact of point-of-care ultrasound on mortality.
Faculties and Departments: | 09 Associated Institutions > Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) |
---|---|
UniBasel Contributors: | Rohacek, Martin |
Item Type: | Article, refereed |
Article Subtype: | Research Article |
Publisher: | Hogrefe |
ISSN: | 1661-8157 |
e-ISSN: | 1661-8165 |
Note: | Publication type according to Uni Basel Research Database: Journal article |
Identification Number: |
|
Last Modified: | 17 Jun 2020 11:01 |
Deposited On: | 17 Jun 2020 11:01 |
Repository Staff Only: item control page