Optimization of hypovolemic shock management: point-of-care ultrasound

Authors

  • Christian Andrés Cando Pérez
  • Andrea Zulay Plaza Rodríguez
  • Joanna Nicole Hidalgo Silva
  • Amilkar Suárez Pupo
  • Galo Ismael Medina Acosta

Keywords:

PoCUS, hypovolemic shock, fluid resuscitation, critical ultrasound

Abstract

Introduction: Point-of-care ultrasound (PoCUS) is a crucial tool in managing hypovolemic shock, enabling rapid and accurate hemodynamic assessments and guiding therapeutic interventions in critical settings.

Objectives: To analyze the effectiveness of PoCUS in monitoring fluid responsiveness and its integration into clinical protocols for optimizing hypovolemic shock management.

Methods: A literature review was conducted using databases such as PubMed and Scopus, focusing on recent studies evaluating PoCUS for predicting fluid responsiveness and cardiac function, including maneuvers like passive leg raise.

Results: PoCUS showed high accuracy in predicting fluid responsiveness using indicators like the collapsibility index of the inferior vena cava. Challenges such as operator variability and technical limitations underscore the need for integrating this tool with comprehensive clinical assessments.

Conclusions: PoCUS is a valuable tool for hypovolemic shock management, providing precise and non-invasive guidance for fluid resuscitation. Its implementation requires standardized protocols and specialized training to maximize clinical impact.

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Published

2024-12-24

How to Cite

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Cando Pérez CA, Plaza Rodríguez AZ, Hidalgo Silva JN, Suárez Pupo A, Medina Acosta GI. Optimization of hypovolemic shock management: point-of-care ultrasound. Rev Cubana Inv Bioméd [Internet]. 2024 Dec. 24 [cited 2025 Dec. 7];43. Available from: https://revibiomedica.sld.cu/index.php/ibi/article/view/3699