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Lung Ultrasound in Critically Ill Obstetrics and Gynecological Patients
Sponsor: Ain Shams University
Summary
Pulmonary dysfunction aggravates the illness of critically ill obstetrics and gynecological patients. Early identification with bedside technique and prompt management may improve the outcome of critical care in this vulnerable population
Official title: Lung Assessment and Monitoring in Critically Ill Obstetrics and Gynecological Patients by Point of Care Ultrasound; Prospective Observational Study
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
Any - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
64
Start Date
2024-12-15
Completion Date
2026-04-01
Last Updated
2026-02-19
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
ultrasound detection of any abnormal ultrasonographical findings.
ultrasound assessment within 24 hours. Then reassessment every 48 hours or when the patient develops respiratory distress. While the patient is in a supine or semi-recumbent position, and the probe is in a short axis. The 8-region technique will be used. The areas are four on each side of the chest. The examiner will assess 8 regions -Anterior chest wall ( ACW), Anterior axillary line (AAXL), costo-phrenic angle (COSTO), Postero-lateral alveolar \&/ or pleural syndrome (PLAPS) right and left . Each region will be scored using the LUS aeration score. as follows: "0," A-pattern with 0-2 B-lines; "1," more than 2 separated B-lines; "2," multiple coalescent B-lines; or "3," lung consolidation, . A global LUS score will be calculated at each time point and range from 0 to 24. posterior region will be assessed if needed and if feasible. The venous status will be assessed through a subcostal view for inferior vena cava diameter.
Locations (1)
Ain shams university
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt