| Literature DB >> 35317533 |
M Fentress1, P C Henwood2, P Maharaj3, M Mitha3, D Khan3, R Jackpersad4, R Pitcher5, A Redfern6, E Lopez Varela7,8, M M van der Zalm8, E B Wong9,10, M Palmer8, A D Grant1,11,12.
Abstract
Thoracic ultrasound is an appealing alternative to chest radiography for the diagnosis of TB. Based on research experience conducting thoracic ultrasound for adults and children in South Africa, three key considerations for potential scale-up were identified. First, thoracic ultrasound requires a comprehensive training programme for novice users; artificial intelligence may be used to simplify training and interpretation. Second, a robust ultrasound device is needed with good subpleural resolution and a probe suitable for children. Third, comprehensive scanning of the lungs is time-intensive, and shorter scanning protocols may be more feasible in clinical practice.Entities:
Keywords: thoracic ultrasound; tuberculosis; user experience
Year: 2022 PMID: 35317533 PMCID: PMC8908869 DOI: 10.5588/pha.21.0072
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Public Health Action ISSN: 2220-8372