Emergency Ultrasound: Thoracic FAST

In this video, Emilie Paran, Specialist in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, discusses Emergency Ultrasound: Thoracic FAST (Focused Assessment with Sonography for Trauma). As part of our Vet HowTos series, Emilie explains how this rapid ultrasound technique can be used to assess the thorax in emergency patients, helping clinicians identify conditions such as pleural effusion, pneumothorax, and other life-threatening abnormalities. Providing a practical demonstration of how Thoracic FAST is performed, Emilie walks through the scanning technique, probe placement, and the key anatomical landmarks to assess. She also highlights what to look out for when interpreting thoracic findings in emergency settings. Designed for both vets and veterinary nurses, the Vet HowTos series provides clear, accessible guidance to help you build confidence and consistency in everyday clinical techniques. Subscribe to the Langford Academy YouTube channel for weekly educational content and don’t forget to like, comment, and share to support free, high-quality veterinary learning. 0:00 Introduction 1:30 TFAST technique 2:28 Chest tube site 5:48 Pericardial site 8:27 Diaphragmatic-hepatic site #VeterinaryUltrasound #EmergencyUltrasound #LangfordAcademy #VetHowTo #VeterinaryEducation