Evaluating the effectiveness of handheld ultrasound in primary blast lung injury: a comprehensive study.

ABSTRACT: The incidence of blast injuries has been rising globally, particularly affecting the lungs due to their vulnerability. Primary blast lung injury (PBLI) is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates, while early diagnostic methods are limited. With advancements in medical technology, and portable handheld ultrasound devices, the efficacy of ultrasound in detecting occult lung injuries early remains unclear. This study evaluates the effectiveness of immediate lung ultrasound in diagnosing PBLI. The study involved 25 healthy male Bama mini-pigs subjected to BST-I-type biological shock wave tubes. The pigs were randomly assigned to non-injured and injured groups with driving pressures of 4.0 MPa, 4.5 MPa, and 4.8 MPa. Four PBLI models were created: no injury, minor, moderate, serious a

SUBMITTER: Shao S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11742448 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature