Written by Judith Buckland, MBA, RDCS, FASE
Whether you are seeking your first echo accreditation with the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission or getting ready for your re-accreditation, selecting case studies for submission is often one of the most challenging aspects. We know that day in, and day out, you perform quality studies...
Written by Judith Buckland, MBA, RDCS, FASE
No worries if you missed the recent ACC Scientific Sessions, held in Orlando Florida this past weekend. We have gathered some of the best topics, and placed them all here for you to easily read the latest and greatest cardiology updates. In addition, check out our blog, where Andrea, our...
Written by Andrea Fields MHA, RDCS
ACC.18
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) hosts their 3-day Scientific Sessions (ACC.18) conference annually. This year, the ACC.18 was held in Orlando, Florida at the Orange County Convention Center! This event brings in around 18,000 cardiovascular professionals around the WORLD!...
Written by Andrea Fields MHA, RDCS
Patient History
A 67 year old male presents to the ER with complaints of chest pain.
EKG showed ST segment elevation in V5/V6
Echo Findings
Apical 2 Echo Pseudoaneurysm
Answer: LV Inferior Pseudoaneurysm
Pseudoaneruysms of the left ventricle is a rare complication that results...
Written by Andrea Fields MHA, RDCS
Before harmonic imaging, our imaging transducers had major limitations when it came to obtaining high-velocity gradients with continuous-waved (CW) Doppler. Two of the main restrictions included the ultrasound frequency (no ability to drop down to a lower frequency) and the large footprint of the...