Sonographic diagnosis of pneumothorax
Lung sonography has rapidly emerged as a reliable technique in the evaluation of various thoracic diseases. One important, well-established application is the diagnosis of a pneumothorax. Prompt and accurate diagnosis of a pneumothorax in the management of a critical patient can prevent the progress...
Main Authors: | Lubna F Husain, Laura Hagopian, Derek Wayman, William E Baker, Kristin A Carmody |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2012-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Emergencies, Trauma and Shock |
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Online Access: | http://www.onlinejets.org/article.asp?issn=0974-2700;year=2012;volume=5;issue=1;spage=76;epage=81;aulast=Husain |
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