Tuesday 26 July 2016

FOCUS App

The Toronto General Hospital Department of Anesthesia has an app for Cardiac Ultrasound. Their FOCUS (FOcused Cardiac UltraSound) app is also available to download in the App Store.


This app has several different features. Firstly, it gives a great overview on the different ultrasound views of the heart, including how to obtain these views, how to optimize these views and which structures are assessable with each view. Another great feature of this app is that is provides a great overview of the anatomy with the use of educational diagrams with key anatomical structures labelled. The images and diagrams are clear and easy to read.


The FOCUS app also provides an overview and examples of normal and abnormal pericardium, left ventricular funciton, right ventricular function, and volume status. 


This is a great user-friendly and interactive app for anyone who is just starting to learn how to perform bedside cardiac ultrasound, as well as anyone who needs a quick reminder on the essential points. 






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