Utility of ultrasound in managing acute medical conditions in space: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In long-distance spaceflight, the challenges of communication delays and the impracticality of rapid evacuation necessitate the management of medical emergencies by onboard physicians. Consequently, these physicians must be proficient in tools, such as ultrasound, which has proven itself a strong diagnostic imaging tool in space. Yet, there remains a notable gap in the discourse surrounding its efficacy in handling acute medical scenarios. This scoping review aims to present an updated analysis of the evidence supporting the role of ultrasound in diagnosing acute conditions within microgravity environments.

Methods

A systematic search was executed across three bibliographic databases: PubMed, EMBASE (Embase.com), and the Web of Science Core Collection. We consider

SUBMITTER: Asachi P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10716092 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature