POCUSPedia
Authoritative definitions of ultrasound protocols, anatomical landmarks, pathology findings, and technical terminology for point-of-care practice across medical specialties.
PACS
PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) is a crucial digital imaging technology in medical education and administration. It allows for
Pancreas transplant evaluation
Pancreas transplant evaluation in abdominal ultrasound assesses potential recipients and donors for compatibility and surgical suitability. This comprehensive medical imaging
Pancreatic mass
A pancreatic mass is an abnormal growth within the pancreas, often detected during an abdominal ultrasound. These masses can be
Pancreatic pseudocyst
A pancreatic pseudocyst is a fluid-filled sac that forms outside the pancreas, typically as a complication of pancreatitis or abdominal
Paracentesis guidance
Paracentesis guidance in procedural ultrasound involves using real-time imaging to safely aspirate fluid from the peritoneal cavity. This crucial technique
Paracentesis in ICU
Paracentesis in the ICU is a critical, often ultrasound-guided, medical procedure involving the removal of ascetic fluid from the peritoneal
Parasternal long axis
The parasternal long axis (PSLA) view is a foundational echocardiographic window in cardiac ultrasound, offering a comprehensive longitudinal cross-section of
Parasternal short axis
The parasternal short axis view is a fundamental echocardiographic window used to assess various cardiac structures and functions in ultrasound
Passive leg raise
In Critical Care, the Passive Leg Raise (PLR) is a quick, reversible bedside maneuver used to assess a patient's fluid
Patent foramen ovale (PFO)
A Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) in cardiac ultrasound refers to a small, flap-like opening between the heart's right and left
PDA (patent ductus arteriosus)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in pediatrics refers to the persistence of a fetal blood vessel, the ductus arteriosus, beyond the