Soft Tissue

Soft tissue ultrasound can rapidly aid in diagnosis of celllulitis and abscess as well as help to localize foreign bodies. Additionally, findings of necrotizing soft tissue infection can be identified which can be limb or life saving.

Required Review:

• ACEP Sonoguide Soft Tissue Chapter

• Core (5 Min) Ultrasound Soft Tissue - Cellulitis vs Abscess

Additional recommended material:

• Core (5 Min) Ultrasound for FB Removal, Flexor Tenosynovitis, Necrotizing Soft Tissue Infections

• Introduction to Bedside Ultrasound Volume 2 Chapter 10