Specific Echo Parameters that Indicate Elevated LAP
Last week, we discussed change in transmitral filling patterns as the severity of diastolic dysfunction progresses. When we evaluate for diastolic dysfunction, our goal is to determine:
September 1, 2023
Understanding the Basics: LV Filling Patterns
Let’s discuss the transmitral filling patterns as the severity of diastolic dysfunction progresses. The transmitral pressure gradients are reflective upon the E & A-wave velocities. The waveforms are influenced by the ability of the ventricle to relax and the compliance of the LA to generate a PG to allow rapid filling during diastole.
Echocardiography in the Presence of Left Bundle Branch Block
This week we are pleased to introduce our guest writer, Dr. Sukhvinder Singh. He will discuss the role of echocardiography in the presence of Left Bundle Branch Block Dr. Singh is a board certified cardiologist in India with 10 years of experience.
Understand the Basics: Pathophysiological Impact of Evaluation Method
Last week we discussed how the physiological determinants of diastole play a role in the evaluation method of determining diastolic function. This week, let’s talk about how pathophysiological factors can alter the findings in the presence of diastolic dysfunction.
2017 Year in Review
As the year comes to an end, we would like to thank all of our readers and clients for another successful year at CardioServ. We started the year off with goals to
Echo Accreditation Standard Updates
The Intersocietal Accreditation Commission updated the standards and guidelines for Adult Echo accreditation in July 2017 with a December 1, 2017 effective date. The main changes to the adult echo standards is the mandate (versus option) to evaluate diastolic function on all studies, and to report on it. With this requirement followed the requirements for all ultrasound equipment to have Tissue Doppler Imaging capabilities.
2017 Inspiring Excellence in Imaging Winner
This year for Ultrasound Awareness Month, we asked you all to recognize yourself or a fellow sonographer or physician by submitting a story about a time you saved a day or made a difference. Here at CardioServ, we believe that each and every sonographer is a hero in their own way and we want to share your stories!
Understanding the Basics: Evaluating Diastolic Function
Diastolic function is a complex process that simply refers to how well the heart performs during diastole, as blood is suctioned from the left atrium (LA) towards the apex of left ventricle (LV) at a low-pressure filling state. When the heart is unable to fill properly, filling pressures increase in order to allow proper filling and keep required cardiac output state. When these filling pressures increase, diastolic dysfunction occurs.
Understanding the Basics: Pathophysiology of Diastole
Over the past weeks, we have gone back to the basics to have a good understanding of what occurs during diastole in order to properly evaluate diastolic function. If you’ve missed our prior blogs, you can find them here: