Articles tagged with Echocardiography
The field of non-invasive cardiac imaging has evolved significantly, with various techniques such as echocardiography, cardiovascular magnetic resonance, and computed tomography available. However, clinicians face challenges in choosing the most suitable modality due to a plethora of options.
Mayo Clinic researchers found that difficulties in the heart's ability to fill with blood are a frequent cause of heart failure, and can be just as deadly as deficiencies in pumping. The study suggests that filling problems are often undiagnosed and highlights the importance of testing for abnormalities in the heart's filling phase.
Researchers found that early myocardial enhancement defects on cardiac multidetector CT scans can predict future heart muscle viability in heart attack patients. The study's main conclusion is that these defects are valuable predictors of future myocardial viability.
The study found that TEE significantly impacted the treatment or evaluation of patients with stroke entities in 22 to 32 percent of individuals, demonstrating improved care. This research has led to increased utilization of TEE in diagnosing stroke, transient ischemic attack, and peripheral embolism.
A study of diabetic women found that dobutamine stress echocardiography predicts cardiac death and heart attack. The test's accuracy was shown to be higher than previously thought, allowing doctors to rule out ischemia in more patients, thereby extending their lives.
A new study using real-time MRI reveals improved tools for evaluating heart disease in fetuses. This advanced imaging technique provides three-dimensional measurements of the fetal heart's volume and function, allowing doctors to plan more effective care before birth.
Researchers used real-time myocardial contrast echocardiography (RTMCE) to diagnose coronary artery disease in patients with chest pain. The study found that perfusion imaging was more effective than wall motion analysis in detecting the condition and predicting patient outcomes.
Dr. Meyer, a distinguished pediatrician and echocardiographer, received the prestigious award for his contributions to ultrasound in medicine and research. With over 50 years of promoting safe and effective use of ultrasound in clinical settings, Dr. Meyer continues to serve as a leading figure in the field.
A recent study found that women with ischemic stroke are less likely to receive diagnostic tests than men, despite having worse outcomes. Sixty-two percent of all deaths from stroke in the US occur in women, highlighting a need for increased access to tests and education.
University of Pittsburgh researchers found that short abstinence periods, depression/anxiety bouts, and a caregiver's smoking history increase the risk of relapse. They also developed a non-invasive ultrasound technology to detect heart recovery, enabling successful weaning from left ventricular assist devices.
A new handheld echocardiography device has been shown to detect heart abnormalities with minimal training, offering a major step forward in heart health screening. The device can reasonably detect left ventricular dysfunction and pericardial effusion, but may require additional training for other conditions.