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ReviewWorld journal of nephrology2025

Point-of-care ultrasonography in nephrology: Growing applications, misconceptions and future outlook.

Hugo Diniz, Filipa Ferreira, Abhilash Koratala

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Review in World journal of nephrology, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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3 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Hugo DinizDepartment of Nephrology, Centro Hospitalar E Universitário De São João, Porto 4200-319, Portugal.
Filipa FerreiraDepartment of Nephrology, Centro Hospitalar E Universitário De São João, Porto 4200-319, Portugal.
Abhilash KoratalaDivision of Nephrology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, United States. akoratala@mcw.edu.

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Ultrasound has long been an essential tool in nephrology, traditionally used for procedures like vascular access and kidney biopsies. Point-of-care ultrasonography (POCUS), a rapidly evolving bedside technology, is now gaining momentum in nephrology by providing real-time imaging to enhance physical examination findings. Unlike comprehensive radiology-performed ultrasound, POCUS focuses on specific clinical questions, providing immediate and actionable insights. This narrative review examines the philosophy behind POCUS, its expanding applications in nephrology, and its impact on patient care, including its role in diagnosing obstructive uropathy, guiding fluid management, and evaluating hemodynamics in cardiorenal syndrome. Additionally, the review addresses barriers to widespread adoption, such as the need for structured training, competency validation, and interdisciplinary cooperation. By integrating POCUS into routine practice, nephrologists can refine diagnostic accuracy, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen the role of bedside medicine.

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Bedside diagnosticsCompetency assessmentFluid managementHemodynamic assessmentNephrologyPoint-of-care ultrasonography

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PMID40568334
PMCPMC12001222

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