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The Ultrasound Journal
Published in: The Ultrasound Journal 1/2012

Open Access 01-12-2012 | Original article

Focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated tuberculosis (FASH): a short protocol and a pictorial review

Authors: Tom Heller, Claudia Wallrauch, Sam Goblirsch, Enrico Brunetti

Published in: The Ultrasound Journal | Issue 1/2012

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Abstract

Background

Ultrasound can rapidly identify abnormal signs, which in high prevalence settings, are highly suggestive of extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (EPTB). Unfortunately experienced sonographers are often scarce in these settings.

Methods

A protocol for focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated tuberculosis (FASH) which can be used by physicians who are relatively inexperienced in ultrasound was developed.

Results

The technique as well as normal and pathological findings are described and the diagnostic and possible therapeutic reasoning explained. The protocol is intended for settings where the prevalence of HIV/TB co-infected patients is high.

Conclusion

FASH is suitable for more rapid identification of EPTB even at the peripheral hospital level where other imaging modalities are scarce and most of the HIV and TB care will be delivered in the future.
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Metadata
Title
Focused assessment with sonography for HIV-associated tuberculosis (FASH): a short protocol and a pictorial review
Authors
Tom Heller
Claudia Wallrauch
Sam Goblirsch
Enrico Brunetti
Publication date
01-12-2012
Publisher
Springer Milan
Published in
The Ultrasound Journal / Issue 1/2012
Electronic ISSN: 2524-8987
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/2036-7902-4-21

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