Beyond Retention: An Unexpected Bladder Finding on POCUS

In this episode of the "Southern Medicine Podcast", Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, and Randy Glick, BSB/PM, MCP detail a case of a 27-year-old male who presented with hematuria and abdominal discomfort. What began as a routine point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) exam to assess urinary retention and possible renal colic led to the unexpected discovery of a bladder mass, prompting urgent imaging and follow-up. They discuss how POCUS can reveal critical pathology, guide timely intervention, reduce unnecessary radiation exposure, and enhance diagnostic accuracy in urgent and primary care settings.

Dr. Tatiana Havryliuk is an emergency physician and founder of Hello Sono. With 15 years of experience using POCUS in diverse settings, from urban EDs to Everest Base Camp, she is dedicated to extending its benefits to more patients. With Hello Sono, she and her team support practices in building compliant, high-quality, and profitable POCUS programs through tailored education and implementation.