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The article focuses on some advanced emergency ultrasound applications used in clinical practice, along with its risks, benefits, and indications. It states that among the advanced emergency ultrasound applications discussed include ultrasound-guided pericardiocentesis and ultrasound-guided thoracentesis. It says that the risks of ultrasound-guided pericardiocentesis include perforation of right ventricle. It adds that ultrasound in thoracentesis provide useful clinical data in a safe manner.

The article focuses on the basic ultrasound-guided procedures, along with its risks, indications, and benefits, which are helpful to guide emergency physicians (EPs). It states that among the ultrasound-guided procedures discussed include ultrasound-guided peripheral IV placement and ultrasound-guided suprapubic aspiration. It says that several risks of peripheral IV placement include arterial puncture. It adds that the use of ultrasound for central venous access develops patient safety.

The article offers information on the issue regarding the approach of the emergency department to acute thoracolumbar spine (TLS) fracture management in the U.S. According to the author, automobile accidents account for the majority of thoracolumbar spine injuries, followed by falls, and sporting accidents. The article discusses TLS trauma, the anatomy of the thoracolumbar region, and the three major trauma mechanisms for thoracolumbar spine fractures.