POCUSPedia
Authoritative definitions of ultrasound protocols, anatomical landmarks, pathology findings, and technical terminology for point-of-care practice across medical specialties.
Harmonic imaging
Harmonic imaging is a key ultrasound technique in general imaging, enhancing image quality by processing echoes at multiples of the
Head circumference
In OBGYN ultrasound, Head Circumference (HC) is a key fetal biometric measurement used to estimate gestational age and monitor growth.
Heart transplant evaluation
Heart transplant evaluation, in cardiac care, is a comprehensive ultrasound assessment to determine a patient's suitability for a heart transplant.
Hemangioma
An abdominal hemangioma is a benign vascular tumor, a common finding in liver ultrasound. These non-cancerous growths are typically asymptomatic
Hematoma
A hematoma, in musculoskeletal (MSK) ultrasound, is a localized collection of blood outside of blood vessels, often resulting from trauma,
Hemodynamic monitoring
In critical care, hemodynamic monitoring is the continuous assessment of a patient's cardiovascular system to evaluate blood flow, pressure, and
Hemoperitoneum
Hemoperitoneum in FAST/Trauma ultrasound refers to the presence of free blood within the peritoneal cavity, typically a critical indicator of
Hemothorax
A hemothorax in the lung refers to the accumulation of blood in the pleural cavity, the space between the chest
Hemothorax exclusion
Hemothorax exclusion, in critical care ultrasound, refers to the systematic process of ruling out a hemothorax – the presence of
Hepatic cyst
A hepatic cyst is a fluid-filled sac found within the liver, a common incidental finding during abdominal ultrasound examinations. These
Hepatic hematoma
A hepatic hematoma, in the context of FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma) exams, refers to a collection of
Hepatic laceration
Hepatic laceration, a critical injury in FAST/Trauma ultrasound, refers to a tear or rupture in the liver, often resulting from