These ultrasound images were obtained by a physician in triage. She used ultrasound to rapidly make a diagnosis and facilitate appropriate work up and disposition of an elderly patient with abdominal pain and distention. Can you make the diagnosis?
Check out this video to learn more about the case.
To learn more:
Jang TB, Schindler D, Kaji AH. Bedside ultrasonography for the detection of small bowel obstruction in the emergency department. Emergency medicine journal : EMJ. 28(8):676-8. 2011. .
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Brad Wallace MD
Ultrasound Fellow
Department of Emergency Medicine
Emory University SOM