Ultrasound (main)

IVC

  • Measure ~2cm from IVC/RA junction
IVC % Collapse during inspiration CVP
<1.5cm >50% 0-5
1.5-2.5cm >50% 5-10
1.5-2.5cm <50% 10-15
>2.5cm Little phasicity 15-20

Renal

  • Is there hydronephrosis?
    • Unilateral or bilateral?
  • Is there fluid around the kidney?
  • Is the bladder distended?
  • Are stones seen?
  • Is the aorta normal?

Pelvic

  • Definite IUP = gestational sac containing yolk sac
    • Occurs ~5th week

Ocular

  • Optic Nerve
    • Measure 3mm posterior to the globe
    • Normal is <5mm


Source

Sonoguide