Proper patient positioning is one of the biggest drivers of ultrasound image quality. The right scanning table reduces stress, improves sonographer comfort, and often removes the need for sedation. From echocardiography to abdominal scans, supportive positioning tools can transform workflow and diagnostic confidence.

A practical, GP‑friendly guide to liver ultrasound. Learn how to scan the liver systematically, interpret parenchymal changes, assess the gallbladder, and avoid common pitfalls in everyday practice.

AFAST (Abdominal Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma) has become one of the most valuable, rapid‑response diagnostic tools in small‑animal emergency medicine. Once considered an advanced technique reserved for specialists, AFAST is now a core skill that empowers first‑opinion vets to make faster, safer, and more confident clinical decisions when minutes matter. This article breaks down what AFAST is, why it matters, and how it can transform your emergency workflow.