Download or read book Emergency Ultrasound, An Issue of Ultrasound Clinics written by Jill Langer and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2011-05-31 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Because of its portability, speed, and ease of use, ultrasound (US) is the most commonly used imaging modality in the ER. This issue reviews the uses of US for obstetric and gynecologic presentations. Gastrointestinal, abdominal, and genitourinary applications of US in the ER are quite common. The use of US as guidance for ER procedures is also covered in this issue.