Gastric Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
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Positions:
- Gerald J. Marks Professor in Colorectal Surgery
- Chief, Division of Colon & Rectal Surgery
Position:
Department of Surgery
Organization:
Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Interpretation of GPOCUS
After evaluating the cross-sectional area of the gastric antrum in the right lateral decubitus position, utilize this table to determine if a stomach is considered full or empty.
| Age (yrs) | Full Volume (sq cm) |
| 20s | ≥ 6 |
| 30s | ≥ 7 |
| 40s | ≥ 8 |
| 50s | ≥ 9 |
| 60s | ≥ 10 |
| 70s | ≥ 11 |
| 80s | ≥ 11 |
Source: www.gastricultrasound.org