title: [FAST ultrasonography].
abstract: FAST ultrasonography has established its status as part of the initial evaluation of a trauma patient. FAST allows for the rapid identification of the presence of free fluid (blood) in the pericardium or in the abdominal cavity. In practical work, examination of the pleurae is usually included in the approach and examination. In addition to free fluid, findings indicating pneumothorax can be searched from them.
authors.forename: Irina
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Rinta-Kiikka
mesh_terms: D005122:Exudates and Transudates / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D011030:Pneumothorax / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000379:methods*; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*