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Integrating point-of-care ultrasound into internal medicine residency program in Ethiopia: An urgent call 将点护理超声纳入埃塞俄比亚内科住院医师计划:紧急呼吁
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-08-30 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100094
Balew Arega
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Intra-operative and early post-operative cortical resistive indices in renal transplantation: Representative values according to graft function and time of scan 肾移植术中及术后早期皮质阻力指数:根据移植物功能和扫描时间的代表性值
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-08-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100093
L. Thebridge , C. Fisher , V. Puttaswamy , C. Pollock , J. Clarke
{"title":"Intra-operative and early post-operative cortical resistive indices in renal transplantation: Representative values according to graft function and time of scan","authors":"L. Thebridge ,&nbsp;C. Fisher ,&nbsp;V. Puttaswamy ,&nbsp;C. Pollock ,&nbsp;J. Clarke","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100093","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100093","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Intra-operative ultrasound during renal transplantation identifies technical abnormalities allowing immediate surgical correction as required. Cortical resistive indices (RIs) assess graft perfusion and are now measured intra-operatively. The aim of this study was to evaluate RIs intra-operatively, and to 30 days post-operatively.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>RIs in consecutive single renal grafts in adults were analysed from 246 grafts scanned intra-operatively, on day 1 post-operatively and subsequently according to physician preference, and 125 grafts scanned intra-operatively to day 30 post-operatively according to a formal protocol.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>There was delayed graft function (DGF) in 125 grafts. The mean (±sem) intra-operative RI of 0.599 (±0.009) was significantly lower (p &lt; 0.001) than post-operatively, with the highest RIs on days 3 and 7. RIs on day 30 were similar to day 1. RIs in grafts with function were significantly lower than grafts still requiring dialysis. Mean (±sem) cortical RIs on post-operative days 1, 3, 7 and 30 in functioning grafts were 0.662(±0.005), 0.712(±0.008), 0.703(±0.007) and 0.689 (±0.006) respectively, and in grafts still requiring dialysis 0.721(±0.010), 0.780(±0.010), 0.793(±0.011) and 0.751 (±0.034). The intra-operative RI predicted DGF (AUROC 0.774) as effectively as donor status (live/deceased) (AUROC 0.767). For deceased donor grafts, intra-operative RI was a more effective predictor (AUROC 0.710) than type of donor (DCD/DBD) (AUROC 0.610).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>Intra-operative RIs are significantly lower than post-operatively and are indicative of post-operative graft function. Post-operative RIs in non-functioning grafts are consistently higher than in functioning grafts. Observed RIs differ according to the post-operative day of scan, which therefore should also be reported.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100093"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144931673","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Evaluating long-term skill retention following teledidactic vs. on-campus musculoskeletal ultrasound training: The TELMUS-follow-up study 评估远程教学与校园肌肉骨骼超声训练后的长期技能保留:telmus -随访研究
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-08-21 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100092
Ricarda Neubauer , Claus-Juergen Bauer , Simon Michael Petzinna , Pantelis Karakostas , Elena Höhne , Charlotte Behning , Valentin Sebastian Schäfer , Florian Recker
{"title":"Evaluating long-term skill retention following teledidactic vs. on-campus musculoskeletal ultrasound training: The TELMUS-follow-up study","authors":"Ricarda Neubauer ,&nbsp;Claus-Juergen Bauer ,&nbsp;Simon Michael Petzinna ,&nbsp;Pantelis Karakostas ,&nbsp;Elena Höhne ,&nbsp;Charlotte Behning ,&nbsp;Valentin Sebastian Schäfer ,&nbsp;Florian Recker","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100092","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100092","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Purpose</h3><div>Musculoskeletal ultrasound (MSUS) relies on examiner competence, requiring ongoing practice, supervision, and quality assurance. Limited resources and densely packed medical curricula demand effective training methods to ensure long-term skill retention. Teledidatic as well as peer-assisted learning approaches have shown short-term results in training MSUS comparable with conventional in-class teaching. Consequently, this study aimed to evaluate the long-term retention of MSUS skills.</div></div><div><h3>Materials and methods</h3><div>One year after completing either the teledidactic or conventional course of a standardized MSUS elective (TELMUS study), medical students’ retention of MSUS skills in image acquisition and interpretation was assessed by a repeated objective structured clinical examination (OSCE). The follow-up OSCE scores of the teledidactic cohort and the on-campus cohort were compared to their previous results as well as between the two study groups.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 24 medical students of the initial 30 (80 %) participated in the follow-up study. In the follow-up OSCE, students enrolled in the teledidactic course achieved an average score of 52.88 (SD ± 6.12), which corresponds to 90.35 % of the results of the post-course assessment. Similarly, the on-campus participating students reached 91.99 % of their post-course OSCE with 52.25 (SD ± 7.45) points. No significant differences could be found between the two teaching cohorts (p &gt; 0.05).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Teledidactic teaching formats lead to an equivalent long-term maintenance of practical MSUS skills and serve as a sustainable didactic approach in medical education. The observed decline in skills across both cohorts highlights the critical need for repetition in student ultrasound education, ideally integrated into a longitudinal curriculum.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100092"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-08-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144922745","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Ultrasonographic determination of bifurcation site of the tibial nerve at the tarsal tunnel 胫神经在跗骨隧道分叉部位的超声检查
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-07-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100090
Donald Spears Wilcox , Antonio Tom Howard , Mark S. Mennemeier , Jacqueline Rainey , Charlotte Yates , Melissa Allen , Kevin D. Phelan
{"title":"Ultrasonographic determination of bifurcation site of the tibial nerve at the tarsal tunnel","authors":"Donald Spears Wilcox ,&nbsp;Antonio Tom Howard ,&nbsp;Mark S. Mennemeier ,&nbsp;Jacqueline Rainey ,&nbsp;Charlotte Yates ,&nbsp;Melissa Allen ,&nbsp;Kevin D. Phelan","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100090","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100090","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Variability of Tibial nerve branching patterns with regard to the tarsal tunnel and malleolar-calcaneal axis has been established in a limited number of cadaveric studies with relatively few subjects. The current study used high-resolution ultrasonography to investigate tibial nerve branching variability, in-vivo, from a large number of healthy subjects.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>High resolution ultrasonography was used to map the course of the tibial nerve, to determine the bifurcation point into to medial and lateral plantar nerves with regard to the malleolar-calcaneal axis and the tarsal tunnel, and to classify them into one of five established branching patterns. The in-vivo, ultrasonography findings were then compared with findings from cadaveric studies.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The ultrasonography data for 156 feet (78 subjects-40 male, 38 female) of young, healthy individuals produced results similar to the cadaveric data with only small differences in each branching classification. Additionally, variation in the type of branching patterns between the left and right legs was observed in 23 % of the sample (i.e., 18 of 78 subjects).</div></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><div>In-vivo, high-resolution ultrasound appears to be a valid approach for investigating anatomic variation of superficial nerves as the US data converge with those for cadaveric dissection. Further, not only were the percentages of branching pattern types replicated from earlier cadaveric studies, but also differences in the types of branching patterns between the left and right legs of the same subjects were observed in 23 % of the sample. A side-to-side difference of this type has not been previously reported. Finally, a decided advantage of using ultrasound to map nerve branching, when possible, is that it is easier to obtain a larger sample than in typical cadaveric studies. The current study more than doubled the number of specimens collected in previous cadaveric studies which greatly improves the external validity of our findings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100090"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-07-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144655605","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Twinkling artifact: a novelty finding for gel bleeding in silicone induced granuloma of breast implant capsule 闪烁神器:硅胶致乳房植入胶囊肉芽肿凝胶出血的新发现
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-07-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100091
Giulia Matheus e Castro , Eduardo de Faria Castro Fleury
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The role of superficial high-frequency ultrasonography in assessing vulvovaginal lesions: A retrospective study 浅表高频超声在评估外阴阴道病变中的作用:一项回顾性研究
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-05-29 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100089
Kakoly Borthakur
{"title":"The role of superficial high-frequency ultrasonography in assessing vulvovaginal lesions: A retrospective study","authors":"Kakoly Borthakur","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100089","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100089","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Ultrasound is a well-established imaging modality for assessing the female pelvis and perineum, primarily using convex or transvaginal probes. However, the vulvar region, being superficially located, remains inadequately evaluated by conventional ultrasound techniques. This study aims to explore the efficacy of superficial linear high-frequency ultrasonography, employing a targeted trans-perineal approach, in detecting and characterizing vulvovaginal lesions.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This retrospective study analyzed 61 patients presenting with clinical symptoms of pain or swelling in the vulvar region. Superficial high-resolution linear ultrasound was utilized as the primary diagnostic tool, with convex and intracavitatory probes employed in select cases. The ultrasound findings were correlated with clinical assessments, surgical outcomes, and pathological results.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The ultrasound findings demonstrated a diagnostic accuracy of 95 % (CI - 89.5 %). Notably, 78.6 % of patients were treated based solely on ultrasound findings. While some cases underwent further evaluation with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), the additional findings did not significantly alter management or treatment outcomes. The predominant lesions identified were cystic in nature, originating from the vulva, vagina, or urethra, with most cases being acute inflammatory or infective lesions necessitating urgent medical intervention.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This study underscores the potential of ultrasound in the diagnosis and management of vulvar and superficial perineal lesions. The findings support the use of superficial high-frequency ultrasonography as a valuable tool in the morphological assessment of vulvovaginal lesions, facilitating timely diagnosis and treatment. This approach can potentially reduce healthcare costs and improve patient outcomes for those suffering from acute conditions, ultimately leading to improved clinical outcomes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100089"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144190362","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Induction of an anti-tumor immune response by sonodynamic therapy, combining 5-aminolevulinic acid and high-intensity focused ultrasound using the trigger pulse sonication 超声动力疗法诱导抗肿瘤免疫反应,结合5-氨基乙酰丙酸和使用触发脉冲超声的高强度聚焦超声
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-05-25 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100088
Tohru Satoh , Rui Tada , Taiki Yamaguchi , Yoko Endo-Takahashi , Takashi Kanno , Mai Hayakawa , Yoshiyuki Adachi , Yoichi Negishi , Jun Okamoto , Shin Yoshizawa , Ken Masamune
{"title":"Induction of an anti-tumor immune response by sonodynamic therapy, combining 5-aminolevulinic acid and high-intensity focused ultrasound using the trigger pulse sonication","authors":"Tohru Satoh ,&nbsp;Rui Tada ,&nbsp;Taiki Yamaguchi ,&nbsp;Yoko Endo-Takahashi ,&nbsp;Takashi Kanno ,&nbsp;Mai Hayakawa ,&nbsp;Yoshiyuki Adachi ,&nbsp;Yoichi Negishi ,&nbsp;Jun Okamoto ,&nbsp;Shin Yoshizawa ,&nbsp;Ken Masamune","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100088","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100088","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Ultrasound-based cancer therapies offer non-invasive treatment options for deep-seated tumors, yet their clinical application is often limited by safety concerns. High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) has demonstrated therapeutic potential, but its high-power requirements can damage surrounding healthy tissues, particularly near sensitive structures such as the gastrointestinal tract. The optimal balance between therapeutic efficacy and safety remains a significant challenge in ultrasound-based cancer treatment. Here we show that combining 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA)-mediated sonodynamic therapy (SDT) with a novel HIFU system achieves effective tumor suppression at reduced acoustic intensities while enhancing anti-tumor immune responses. This novel system features the use of a trigger HIFU sequence that enables precise control over cavitation bubbles within the target tissue. In a murine colon carcinoma model, this approach demonstrated significant tumor growth inhibition with single-session treatment comparable to multiple HIFU sessions, while increasing tumor infiltration by activated CD8<sup>+</sup> T cells and antigen-presenting dendritic cells. These findings extend beyond previous studies by revealing that SDT not only enables effective tumor treatment at lower, safer acoustic intensities but also promotes beneficial immune responses that could enhance therapeutic outcomes. This combination of reduced treatment intensity, shortened duration, and immune system activation suggests potential applications for treating tumors in anatomically sensitive locations. The demonstrated immunological effects also indicate possible synergies with existing cancer immunotherapies, potentially expanding treatment options for patients with deep-seated solid tumors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100088"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144190361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Radial nerve sausage-like lesion caused by viral peripheral neuropathy: A case report 病毒性周围神经病变致桡神经香肠样病变1例
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-05-09 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100087
Ahuang Cai , Yiran Gong , Guanghui Hong , Xinxiu Liu
{"title":"Radial nerve sausage-like lesion caused by viral peripheral neuropathy: A case report","authors":"Ahuang Cai ,&nbsp;Yiran Gong ,&nbsp;Guanghui Hong ,&nbsp;Xinxiu Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100087","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100087","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><div>Radial nerve sausage-like lesions are rare and often poorly understood, with viral infections potentially triggering immune-mediated peripheral neuropathies. This study aims to explore the diagnostic value of ultrasound in such cases and highlight its role in managing viral-induced peripheral neuropathy.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>A 36-year-old male patient with a history of RSV infection presented with impaired dorsal extension of the left hand. Ultrasound imaging was performed to assess the radial nerve, followed by surgical exploration and pathological confirmation.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Ultrasound revealed localized hypoechoic thickening of the radial nerve with a characteristic “sausage-like\" appearance, which correlated with intraoperative findings. Postoperative pathology, based on the evaluation of the collected soft tissue samples, confirmed the presence of nonspecific inflammatory changes suggestive of peripheral neuritis. However, no definitive nerve biopsy or detailed pathological report was available.</div></div><div><h3>Discussion</h3><div>This case highlights the importance of ultrasound in diagnosing viral peripheral neuropathy. Ultrasound is a non-invasive, cost-effective modality that allows dynamic monitoring of nerve changes, making it valuable for both preoperative diagnosis and postoperative follow-up. Further research is needed to explore its broader applications of ultrasound in diagnosing various forms of peripheral neuropathies and monitoring recovery after treatment.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 2","pages":"Article 100087"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144212749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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In vitro and in vivo vein assessment of a novel vein visualizing device to improve first-time peripheral venous access 一种新型静脉显像装置改善首次外周静脉通路的体外和体内静脉评估
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-04-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100085
Michael D. Liddelow , Phuoc Hao Ho , Cara A. Boyce , Matthew D. Redknap , Ellaby L. Hansen , Nicholas M. Buckley , Katherine Arenson , Peter J. Carr , Barry J. Doyle , Nikhilesh Bappoo
{"title":"In vitro and in vivo vein assessment of a novel vein visualizing device to improve first-time peripheral venous access","authors":"Michael D. Liddelow ,&nbsp;Phuoc Hao Ho ,&nbsp;Cara A. Boyce ,&nbsp;Matthew D. Redknap ,&nbsp;Ellaby L. Hansen ,&nbsp;Nicholas M. Buckley ,&nbsp;Katherine Arenson ,&nbsp;Peter J. Carr ,&nbsp;Barry J. Doyle ,&nbsp;Nikhilesh Bappoo","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100085","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100085","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Inserting needles into veins is fundamental to medical care with up to 90% of inpatients requiring a peripheral intravenous catheter/cannula (PIVC) during their stay. Yet 40%–50% of PIVC insertions fail on the first attempt. Here, we present an easy-to-use novel vein visualizing ultrasound prototype device and data from <em>in vitro</em> and <em>in vivo</em> performance.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Locational accuracy was determined through phantom simulated forearm veins, across variations of vein diameter (3–5 mm), depth (10–20 mm), and velocity (10–100 mm/s). Usability studies were conducted on nine clinicians to establish effectiveness and ease of use of the proposed prototype assisted cannulation workflow. Sensitivity of the prototype was demonstrated by scanning 80 forearm veins across 40 healthy volunteers.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Our prototype's locational accuracy in simulated forearm veins is 0.21 mm ± 1.71 mm (s.d.) (97.7% agreement to the ground truth, p &lt; .001). Usability studies found that 100% of users were able to handle the prototype in a sterile manner with minimal assistance. The sensitivity was excellent at finding veins (94%). In comparison, sensitivity of vein finding using landmark technique with torniquet (visible 46% and palpable 74%) were far inferior.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Initial performance verification and validation studies presented suggest that the proposed ultrasound visualization method can simply and reliably help clinicians detect well-perfused veins at depth and visualize in the coronal view onboard the probe in alignment with the transducers. With improved ergonomics, the device has the potential to be an easy to use device for clinicians performing vascular access.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100085"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143815846","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Mapping the research on self-performed ultrasound: A scoping review 自我超声研究的定位:范围综述
WFUMB Ultrasound Open Pub Date : 2025-03-22 DOI: 10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100084
Miyako Muta , Mari Abe , Nao Tamai , Mizuho Itabashi , Gojiro Nakagami
{"title":"Mapping the research on self-performed ultrasound: A scoping review","authors":"Miyako Muta ,&nbsp;Mari Abe ,&nbsp;Nao Tamai ,&nbsp;Mizuho Itabashi ,&nbsp;Gojiro Nakagami","doi":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100084","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.wfumbo.2025.100084","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objective</h3><div>Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is widely used for noninvasive, real-time patient assessment but requires specialized skills for image acquisition, limiting its self-care applications. Recent advancements include remote evaluation and artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted interpretation of ultrasound images. Self-performed ultrasound has emerged as a feasible approach but lacks standardized definitions and methods. This study reviews the literature on self-performed ultrasound to assess its current state and challenges, aiding future dissemination and application.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>Research articles published through June 2024 were mapped across four databases using keywords related to ‘self’ or ‘tele’ and ultrasound terms. Two reviewers with POCUS expertise conducted primary and secondary screening.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>Of the 661 articles screened, 20 were included. These lacked a unified definition of self-performed ultrasound. However, all studies involved receiving guidance from an ultrasound specialist, either remotely or in-person, prior to or in real-time, and obtaining ultrasound images by applying the probe to one's own body. Participants did not necessarily have to interpret the images themselves. Participants included patients, pregnant women, healthy volunteers, and astronauts who performed ultrasound on various body parts. Instructions were provided either in-person or remotely, and images that were obtained were evaluated for image quality by experts.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>With proper guidance, novices can successfully perform self-ultrasound. Standardized education, coupled with remote evaluation and AI-assisted interpretation, could expand the utility of ultrasound for health assessments beyond medical facilities, including in underserved regions and home settings.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":101281,"journal":{"name":"WFUMB Ultrasound Open","volume":"3 1","pages":"Article 100084"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-03-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143747101","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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