Pocket
sized ultrasound devices (PUDs) have potential to improve global
health care delivery due to their potential role in areas with limited
resources. Although theoretically they have much promise, their use
has been limited due to a lack of imaging protocol and trained users.
This particular study,
titled — “Feasibility of remote real-time guidance of a cardiac
examination performed by novices using a pocket-sized ultrasound device”
looked at the cardiac limited ultrasound exam (CLUE) to screen for
left ventricular (LV) systolic dysfunction, left atrial (LA)
enlargement, ultrasound lung comets, and elevated central venous
pressure (CVP). More
