Focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated tuberculosis (FASH): a short protocol and a pictorial review.

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Background

Ultrasound can rapidly identify abnormal signs, which in high prevalence settings, are highly suggestive of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB). Unfortunately experienced sonographers are often scarce in these settings.

Methods

A protocol for focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated tuberculosis (FASH) which can be used by physicians who are relatively inexperienced in ultrasound was developed.

Results

The technique as well as normal and pathological findings are described and the diagnostic and possible therapeutic reasoning explained. The protocol is intended for settings where the prevalence of HIV/TB co-infected patients is high.

Conclusion

FASH is suitable for more rapid identification of EPTB even at the peripher

SUBMITTER: Heller T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3554543 | biostudies-literature | 2012 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature