This week, Dr. Slaven Bajic we have another presentation from our Medicine in the Mediterreanean conference from January 2025. In this lecture, Slaven discusses the importance of ultrasound in pre-hospital settings, its advantages, limitations, and a case study demonstrating its application in trauma care. The discussion emphasises the need for clinical judgment alongside ultrasound findings and the growing role of ultrasound in modern emergency medicine.TakeawaysFocused ultrasound is revolutionising emergency medicine.The FAST protocol is essential for trauma assessment.Ultrasound can be more effective than traditional methods.Rapid identification of unstable patients is critical.FAST exams must be repeated to ensure accuracy.Ultrasound is a non-invasive and portable technology suitable for field use.Clinical judgment is crucial when interpreting FAST results.Ultrasound can facilitate prompt decision-making in emergency situations.Training and practice are vital for effective ultrasound use.Ultrasound technology is becoming indispensable in emergency settings.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Focused Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine02:27 Understanding the FAST Protocol04:40 Advantages of FAST in Pre-Hospital Settings07:28 Limitations and Challenges of FAST09:49 Case Study: Application of FAST in Trauma17:32 Conclusion and Future of Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine

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153-MiM25 Austere Ultrasound with Dr Slaven Bajić

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