Ultrasound in abdominal trauma.
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چکیده
This article reviews current issues regarding the Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma (FAST) examination. Technical performance issues, decision-making and practice algorithms, fluid volume and scoring systems, proficiency and training, and the role of the FAST in pediatric trauma are covered. This article examines the FAST examination from a practical, evidenced-based stand-point.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Emergency medicine clinics of North America
دوره 22 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004