Cardiac exam in primary care can detect 'invisible' disease

A research project led by the University of Porto's Faculty of Medicine is evaluating the use of point-of-care cardiac ultrasound (POCUS) by family doctors to improve early detection of heart failure. The initiative, involving several Family Health Units (USF) in Porto, Lisbon, and Amadora/Sintra, aims to validate the use of this exam alongside conventional methods to enhance patient diagnosis and reduce unnecessary referrals.