Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis
Summary
Astronauts evacuated from the International Space Station praised the critical role of a portable ultrasound machine during a medical emergency, marking NASA's first medical evacuation in 65 years.
Key Points
- A portable ultrasound machine was crucial during a medical crisis aboard the International Space Station.
- The medical issue arose on January 7, leading to the cancellation of a planned spacewalk.
- NASA's Mike Fincke emphasized the importance of having ultrasound devices on all future spaceflights.
- The crew's preflight training was vital in managing the health emergency effectively.
