Abstract
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Highlights
Despite its universal use in the intensive care setting as a therapeutic and diagnostic tool, critical care ultrasonography (CCUS) is practiced largely based on anecdotal evidence in developing countries
The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) guidelines for use of US in intensive care units (ICU) were adopted as guidance during data analysis.[1,2]
Around 60% were medical patients while 80% were transferred from the emergency treatment unit (ETU) or from hospital wards
Summary
Despite its universal use in the intensive care setting as a therapeutic and diagnostic tool, critical care ultrasonography (CCUS) is practiced largely based on anecdotal evidence in developing countries. The challenges faced by third world countries, such as the nonavailability of dedicated ultrasound machines in intensive care units (ICU) and the lack of skilled sonographers and resources, demand the optimal and judicious utilization of this valuable tool. Studies in this regard are minimal in Sri Lanka
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