Space station ultrasound proved useful during medical evacuation

Astronauts evacuated from the International Space Station said a portable ultrasound was helpful during a recent medical crisis; the crew declined to identify who was treated and NASA called it its first medical evacuation in 65 years of human spaceflight.

Four astronauts who were evacuated last week from the International Space Station returned to Earth and made their first public appearance since coming home. They reported that a portable ultrasound machine was very useful during the medical crisis aboard the station. The crew declined to say which astronaut needed medical attention or the reason for the treatment. NASA characterized the event as its first medical evacuation in 65 years of human spaceflight. Key details: - Four astronauts were evacuated from the International Space Station last week and have since returned to Earth. - The crew reported that a portable ultrasound machine helped during the onboard medical situation. - The astronauts did not disclose which crew member required medical care or the cause. - NASA described the incident as its first medical evacuation in 65 years of human spaceflight. - The crew made a public appearance on the Thursday following their return. Summary: The reported use of a portable ultrasound aided the crew in managing a medical situation aboard the ISS. Undetermined at this time.