Aorta and IVC Ultrasound

Synopsis

This module presents the visualization of the aorta and IVC using ultrasound.

Upon completion of the module, participants should have a solid understanding of the application of ultrasound for the aorta and IVC.

Audience

This aorta and IVC module is suitable for all clinical professionals.

Prerequisites

Introduction to Ultrasound

Ultrasound Basics

Study Time

About one hour

Author

The author of Aorta and IVC Ultrasound is Dr. Chris Moore, Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Yale University School of Medicine. Dr. Moore has trained as a fellow in emergency ultrasound. He established and continues to direct the Section of Emergency Ultrasound at Yale.

Updated October 14, 2021.