1st Intestinal and Liver POCUS meeting Cape Town July 29th and 30th 2022

Abstract

Over the last two decades, the use of Ultrasonography by clinicians at the bedside, has become increasingly popular as devices have become smaller, more accessible and
more affordable.
Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS) refers to the use of ultrasound, in the hands of the clinician as opposed to the radiologist, and at the patient bedside. POCUS provides diagnostic information allows for a rapid diagnosis, often without the need of additional investigations and allowing for management to start promptly.