PoCUS Learning HubFree fluid around the Bladder
The focused questionIs free fluid present around the and above the Bladder ? The ultrasound clips below provide examples of examinations with and without free fluid in relation to the bladder. The views are obtained from the lower part of the abdomen, just above the symphysis pubis. Both longitudinal and transverse views are used to assess the presence of free fluid, which, if present, appears above or cranial to the bladder. Intraperitoneal fluid appears as black hypoechoic or anechoic areas surrounding the bladder and intestines. A full bladder improves visualization, serving as a helpful reference for evaluating free fluid in the peritoneum.