# POCUS FocusClass: Abdomen Focus ## Metadata - Content type: Course - Canonical URL: https://123sonography.com/course/150 - Published: October 4, 2024 - Last updated: April 15, 2025 - Category: POCUS / Emergency / Critical Care - Course Type: FocusClass ## Overview With the “Point of Care Ultrasound FocusClass: Abdomen Focus“, you will become skilled in the use of handheld ultrasound devices and ultrasound exams in your clinical setting. You will save critical time in making a diagnosis - even if you currently have little or no experience in the use of ultrasound. This course covers the following topics: Obstetrics Basics, Kidney, MSK Basics, Urinary tract, Biliary tract, Abdominal Aorta and eFAST. Note: This course includes AI-generated translations in Spanish and Arabic. Accuracy is not guaranteed (read more in Terms & Conditions) ## Media ![pocus fc thumbnail](https://123sonography.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/screenshot_2024-04-09_at_16.57.48.png) ## Snapshot - Duration: 3.5 hours - Total CME credits that can be earned: 3.25 - Chapters: 7 - Lectures: 8 - Quizzes: 7 ## Intended Audience - Health Care Professionals - General practitioners - Primary Care Physicians - Medical Students - Sonographers - Physician Assistants ## Faculty - [Patricia Koster, AMS](/speaker/48) - Medical Sonographer - [Prof. Dirk Becker, MD, PhD](/speaker/49) - [Martin Altersberger, MD](/speaker/126) - ÖGUM level II EM Ultrasound; Deputy head Echolab Steyr - [Nikolaus Frimmel, MD, MSc](/speaker/117) - Resident in anaesthesiology; Medical University of Vienna - [Katherine Eller, AMS](/speaker/51) - Sonographer - [Markus Haumer, MD](/speaker/50) - Senior Consultant ## Learning Objectives - After completing the “Point Of Care Ultrasound FocusClass: Abdomen Focus“, you will be ready to successfully apply hand-held ultrasound in your point of care environment. - You will have a broad understanding of instrumentation, ultrasound anatomy and pathology. ## Topics - Internal Medicine - Family Medicine - Primary Care ## Pricing Options - Supported currencies: AED, CLP, COP, EGP, EUR, INR, MXN, PEN, QAR, USD ### One-Month Access - Payment type: Monthly subscription - Price: €92 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 1 month - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/309/1240 Take the most flexible route with a monthly subscription. You get: - Cancellation possible anytime after 4 months minimum run time - Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits ### Half-Year Access - Payment type: One-time payment - Price: €430 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 6 months - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/309/1243 Our shortest option for very fast learners. Ideal for people who have plenty of time to learn. You get: - 6 months access to our course - Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits ### One-Year Access - Payment type: One-time payment - Price: €602 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 12 months - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/309/1246 Our most recommended access duration to dive deep into the course. Save 30% on the 6-month option. You get: - 12 months access to our course - Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits ### Two-Year Access - Payment type: One-time payment - Price: €1032 - Currency: EUR - Access duration: 24 months - Add to cart: /add-to-cart/309/1249 If you want to take your time learning, this option is perfect for you. Save 40% on the 6-month option. You get: - 24 months access to our course - Ability to complete quizzes and earn CME credits ## Recommended Blog Posts - [Solve this case with POCUS in the abdomen area!](/blog/case/solve-case-pocus) - How skilled are you in point-of-care ultrasound and the use of handheld ultrasound devices? Specifically in the area of the abdomen? Check this new case and see – do you know the answer? ## CME Information ### Introduction The goal of this activity is to provide online education for the course POCUS Focus Abdomen. This activity is intended for Cardiologists, Primary Care Physicians, Critical Care Physicians, Intensivists, Anaesthesiologists, Internists. ### Financial disclosures Patricia Koster does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Prof. Dirk Becker does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Dr Martin Altersberger does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Dr. Markus Haumer does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Katherine Eller does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Dr Nikolaus Frimmel does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Dr Birgit Sticht does not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose; Staff at Siyemi Learning and 123 Sonography do not have any relevant financial relationship with ineligible companies to disclose. This course is certified for CME, further information on how to claim your CME credits can be found below. ### CME information This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Siyemi Learning and 123 Sonography. Siyemi Learning is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Siyemi Learning designates this enduring material for a maximum of 3.25 *AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™*. Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. ![](https://legacy.123sonography.com/profiles/sono/modules/custom/sonocertificates/resources/accme.png) ![](https://legacy.123sonography.com/profiles/sono/modules/custom/sonocertificates/resources/siyemi.png) ### How to earn your CME credit In order to earn credit, you must watch the videos, take the quiz (pass mark 75%) and complete the evaluation. While you can claim CME certificates as you work through each chapter, if you prefer (e.g. if you are only able to use full credits because you are based in Europe) you can claim a single certificate for your total activity in this course. You will need to pass the quiz at the end of each chapter you complete, then just let us know you are ready to claim your certificate. Send a mail to . Release date: October 2024 Expiry date: October 2026 ## Curriculum ### Obstetrics This chapter is designed for healthcare professionals who have an interest in point of care obstetric ultrasound. The chapter will provide you with probe manipulation techniques and an early pregnancy ultrasound protocol with handheld devices. You will experience how to differentiate ectopic pregnancy and you will learn about the associated probe manipulation technique. The professional will also identify situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5 - Lecture: [Obstretics](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3839) (Duration: 00:25) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - Obstetrics (CME: 0.5) ### Kidney This chapter aims to improve your understanding and use of handheld ultrasound to answer clinical questions by focussing on sonographic planes, terminology and probe manipulation skills. The professional will be able to identify the sonographic appearances of normal and abnormal structures required to answer common clinical questions and understand situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.25 - Lecture: [Kidney](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3840) (Duration: 00:20) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - Kidney (CME: 0.25) ### Urinary tract This chapter aims to improve your understanding and use of handheld ultrasound to answer clinical questions by focussing on sonographic planes, terminology and probe manipulation skills. The professional will be the variants and abnormalities of the urinary tract from presentations, hands-on demos and case-based learning. The professional will be able to understand situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5 - Lecture: [Urinary tract](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3843) (Duration: 00:27) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - Urinary tract (CME: 0.5) ### Biliary tract This chapter was designed for healthcare professionals who aim to incorporate handheld ultrasound assessment of the biliary tract in their practice. The professional will learn how to recognise the variants and abnormalities of the biliary tract from presentations, hands-on demo and case-based learning and understand situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.25 - Lecture: [Biliary tract](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3844) (Duration: 00:19) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - Biliary tract (CME: 0.25) ### Abdominal Aorta This chapter aims to improve your understanding and use of handheld ultrasound to answer clinical questions in your practice by focussing on sonographic planes, terminology and probe-manipulation skills. The topic provides an overview of anatomical structures and vessels around the abdominal aorta where the professional will understand variants and abnormalities as well as situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5 - Lecture: [Abdominal Aorta](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3845) (Duration: 00:29) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - Abdominal Aorta (CME: 0.5) ### MSK This chapter provides an introduction to the anatomy and ultrasound examination of the knee and shoulder. Particular emphasis is given to scanning protocols as well as tips and strategies for obtaining high-quality images. The professional will be able to identify the sonographic appearance of normal and abnormal structures required to answer common clinical questions and understand situations when a referral for a second opinion is indicated. - Chapter content: 2 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.75 - Lecture: [MSK 1](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3841) (Duration: 00:29) - Lecture: [MSK 2](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3842) (Duration: 00:19) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - MSK (CME: 0.75) ### eFAST Here we teach you the eFAST protocol, which is used in the ultrasound assessment of trauma patients. Niko and Martin explain when it should be used and which views you should acquire. Learn which pathologies you can detect and watch teaching cases, which highlight the potential of the eFAST exam. - Chapter content: 1 lectures and 1 quizzes - Chapter CME credits that can be earned: 0.5 - Lecture: [eFAST](/course/150#sg_course_lecture_3846) (Duration: 00:35) - CME Quiz: POCUS FocusClass - eFAST (CME: 0.5)