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How to perform lung ultrasound in pregnant women with suspected COVID-19.

Authors :
Moro, F.
Buonsenso, D.
Moruzzi, M. C.
Inchingolo, R.
Smargiassi, A.
Demi, L.
Larici, A. R.
Scambia, G.
Lanzone, A.
Testa, A. C.
Source :
Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology; May2020, Vol. 55 Issue 5, p593-598, 6p
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

Under certain circumstances, such as during the current COVID-19 outbreak, pregnant women can be a target for respiratory infection, and lung examination may be required as part of their clinical evaluation, ideally while avoiding exposure to radiation. We propose a practical approach for obstetricians/gynecologists to perform lung ultrasound examination, discussing potential applications, semiology and practical aspects, which could be of particular importance in emergency situations, such as the current pandemic infection of COVID-19. Copyright © 2020 ISUOG. Published by John Wiley & Sons Ltd. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
09607692
Volume :
55
Issue :
5
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
143001225
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/uog.22028