PLEURAL ULTRASOUND FOR CLINICIANS. A TEXT AND E-BOOK

• Clinical Indications for Pleural Ultrasound
Introduction
Advantages of Pleural Ultrasound over Clinical Assessment and Chest Radiography
Pleural Ultrasonography by Chest Physicians
Diagnostic Applications of Pleural Ultrasound
Ultrasonography in Pleural Procedures
Conclusion
• Basic Physics of Diagnostic Ultrasound and Control "Knobology"
Introduction
Generation and Transmission of the Ultrasound Wave
Interaction of Sound Waves with Matter
Formation of the Ultrasound Image
Characteristics of the Ultrasound Beam
Transducers
Artifacts
Ultrasound controls—"Knobology"
Doppler imaging
• Getting Started: Bringing the Ultrasound Machine to the Patient
Bedside Ultrasound: Introduction
Preparation
Performing the scan
Recording Results: Archiving Ultrasound Images
Post-Scan
Guiding Intervention
Conclusion
• Image Interpretation: Normal Ultrasound of the Chest
Introduction
The Diaphragm and Upper Abdominal Organs
The Pleura
Chest Wall and Ribs
Heart/Mediastinum
Common Artifacts and Signs Seen in the Normal Lung
• Image Interpretation: Pleural Effusions
Pleural Effusion—Basic Appearance
Evidence for Thoracic Ultrasound in Pleural Fluid Detection
Calculation of Pleural Fluid Volume
Differentiation of Fluid Characteristics
Septations
Further Diagnostics
• Image Interpretation: Related Thoracic Structures
Introduction
Lung
Diaphragm
Heart
Chest wall
Chest Tubes and Indwelling Pleural Catheters
• Pneumothorax
Introduction
Technique
Ultrasonographic Features of a Pneumothorax
Common Ultrasonographic Mimics of a Pneumothorax
Conclusion
• Artifacts, Pitfalls, and Limitations
Introduction
Common Artifacts in Pleural Ultrasound
Common Problems in User Interpretation of the Pleural Space
• Real-Time Ultrasound-Guided Pleural Procedures
Introduction
Proper Positioning for Pleural Procedures
Erect Positioning
Supine Positioning
Lateral and Semidecubitus Positioning
Pleural Access Site Identification
Pleural Access for Diagnostic and Therapeutic Aspiration
Pleural Access for Intercostal Tube Drainage
Real-Time Ultrasound-Guided Pleural Procedures
Other Uses for Ultrasound-Guided Pleural Access
Conclusion
• Ultrasound Skills and Application beyond the Pleura
Introduction
Extrathoracic Lymph Nodes
Chest Wall and Skeletal Pathology
Pulmonary Pathology
Mediastinal Pathology
• Ultrasound Training and Accreditation
Introduction
Teaching Methods
The Future of Ultrasound Training
Specific Training Requirements around the World
Continuous Professional Development
Conclusion
• Choosing A Thoracic Ultrasound Machine
Introduction
Technical Factors
Cost Factors
Conclusion
Index

With a large volume of ultrasound images and teaching videos, Pleural Ultrasound for Clinicians: A Text and E-book is a print and interactive digital resource that provides practical guidance for all those undertaking pleural ultrasound investigations and procedures. With clear, precise instructions for clinical practice, it will help clinicians:
• Recognise normal anatomy as well as common pleural pathologies
• Perfect techniques for ultrasound-guided pleural procedures
• Learn how to choose the correct ultrasound equipment for their department
• Test their knowledge through the self-assessment and revision sections

Authors
• Claire L Tobin BA BMBCh MRCP, Clinical Pleural Fellow, Respiratory Department, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia.
• Y C Gary Lee MBChB PhD FCCP FRACP Winthrop Professor of Respiratory Medicine, University of Western Australia; Consultant & Director of Pleural Services, Respiratory Department, Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital; Head, Pleural Disease Unit, Lung Institute of Western Australia.