Point-of-Care Ultrasonography (POCUS) in obstetric anesthesia fellowship training: survey of North American programs
Juliana Barrera Ramirez, Xao Xu Chen, Nathan Ludwig, Indu Sudha Singh, Ilana Sebbag
Abstract
Dear Editor,
Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) has become an essential tool in bedside assessment and management of critically ill patients since its introduction to the clinical setting. Its portability, safety, and noninvasive nature have facilitated its use in various areas, including obstetric anesthesia. While POCUS training has been successfully integrated into the teaching curriculum of other specialties, implementation of a similar curriculum in anesthesia residency programs remains highly variable. The current state of POCUS education in obstetric anesthesia fellowships across North America remains unclear. This survey aimed to explore the prevalence, characteristics, current applications, and potential barriers of POCUS education in these programs.
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Submitted date:
05/10/2024
Accepted date:
07/25/2024
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