Background Superior performance in healthcare ultrasonography (US) at the bedside hinges on proficient teamwork, which permits the successful imaging of thoracic superficial planes, diaphragmatic structures, and intercostal vasculature, ensuring precise detection of insertion points, exclusion of the at-risk intercostal artery, and confirmation of intrapleural positioning, with the added advantage of avoiding radiation risks posed by chest radiograph or computed tomography scans; the purpose of this research was to assess the utility of a multidisciplinary approach to US-guided interventions in critically ill individuals diagnosed with pneumothorax and/or hemothorax. Aim Investigate interprofessional approach to US and US diagnosis and intervention in ICU. Patients and methods This single-arm interventional work had been carried out on 50 individuals with pneumothorax or hemothorax indicated for chest tube or pigtail insertion, according to the British Thoracic Society. Results The US was efficient in diagnosis in 96% of patients. The US was efficient in intervention in all patients. Regarding team satisfaction in our study, five (10%) of teams were satisfied and 45 (90%) of teams were very satisfied. Infection occurred in two (4%) patients and bleeding occurred in one (2%) patient. No individuals had visceral injuries or subcutaneous emphysema. The insertion time varied between 10 and 20 min. Conclusion Effective interprofessional teamwork leads to improved patient care and higher satisfaction among healthcare workers. US-guided diagnosis and intervention (pigtail or chest tube insertion) was effective and safe in critical care individuals with pneumothorax and/or hemothorax with low minor complications.
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