Table 3 Advantages and limitations of ultrasound guidance
From: An easier and safe affair, pleural drainage with ultrasound in critical patient: a technical note
Advantage | Limitations |
|---|---|
Can be performed in any position | Thickness of ribcage and soft tissues (i.e., obese patients) |
Identification of the best site of puncture and best safety margin | Subcutaneous emphysema or large thoracic dressings |