1/ #MedTwitter good morning! We have a great #FocusPOCUS byte for you this week on guided lumbar punctures, divided into 2 parts. We’ll release Part 2 on Thursday so stay tuned!
#POCUS Guided LP Part I: bit.ly
To get us started, why do we use POCUS for LPs?
#POCUS Guided LP Part I: bit.ly
To get us started, why do we use POCUS for LPs?
2/ Let’s first go back to anatomy. Where is the LP performed and what are the structures the needle passes through?
Hint- what’s the structure we often talk about in terms of loss of resistance for knowing you’re in the right spot?
Hint- what’s the structure we often talk about in terms of loss of resistance for knowing you’re in the right spot?
3/ Choosing the right probe matters! Using this graphic, learn the different types of probes and how they differ in terms of frequency and resolution for various procedures.
That’s all for Part I. Check back in for Part 2 and drop your questions and comments below 😀
That’s all for Part I. Check back in for Part 2 and drop your questions and comments below 😀
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