USG FAST/EFAST Course 

USG FAST i eFAST – Rapid diagnosis in emergency situations

What is USG FAST?

FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma) is a rapid, screening ultrasound examination performed on patients after injuries to quickly detect the presence of free fluid in body cavities – primarily blood. FAST allows for the assessment of:

• the abdominal cavity,

• the retroperitoneal space,

• the pericardium.

This examination is particularly useful in emergency situations, such as multi-organ injuries, traffic accidents, or falls from heights. Its goal is to quickly identify internal bleeding and make decisions regarding further treatment.

What is eFAST?

eFAST (extended FAST) is an extended version of the FAST examination, additionally including:

• the assessment of the pleura to detect pneumothorax (air in the pleural cavity),

• the assessment of the presence of fluid in the pleural cavity (e.g., blood).

With eFAST, it is possible to identify life-threatening injuries even faster and more effectively, especially in pre-hospital and hospital emergency departments (ED).

Why are FAST and eFAST so important?

• The examinations are fast, non-invasive, and repeatable, allowing for continuous patient assessment.

• They assist in making immediate clinical decisions – for example, about the necessity of surgery or patient transport.

• They are the standard of care in emergency medicine, traumatology, and intensive care.

Participants undergo training on stationary ultrasound equipment and then begin training on mobile ultrasound devices like Butterfly.

After the course, participants receive a Certificate.

Course duration is 8 hours. 

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All of Poland

Contact

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+48 786 136 094

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