Echo, Vascular and Nuclear
Accreditation and Education
How often have you found yourself “in over your head” in the abdomen when trying to image the IVC and abdominal aorta? Is imaging the abdominal aorta part of your echo protocol? It is not uncommon for a patient to receive an abdominal ultrasound because the echo findings mentioned the presence of gallstones, abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), or some other abnormality.
Abdominal Ultrasound for Echocardiographers: Part 1 Read More »
Last week we broke down the continuity equation to evaluate the severity of aortic stenosis. This week, we are going to discuss other methods that can be used to evaluate the severity of aortic stenosis. This blog will cover the following methods:
3 Additional Methods to Evaluating the AVA Read More »
Last week we broke down the methodology of the continuity equation to calculate the aortic valve area (AVA). If you missed it, you can find it HERE. The ASE guideline recommends using the continuity equation calculated AVA, peak aortic jet velocity and mean pressure gradient to evaluate and determine the severity of aortic stenosis (AS) present.
Top 5 Factors to Consider when Evaluating for AS Read More »
The evaluation and screening of aortic stenosis is a routine calculation performed on all complete echocardiograms. The detailed evaluation involves multiple key parameters that make up the equation that determines the aortic valve area (AVA).
Aortic Stenosis: Breaking Down the Continuity Equation Read More »
If you work in a cardiology lab you know the challenges of scheduling patients for both their echocardiogram and nuclear stress test. The stress test is already a long day for the patient and so often, in an effort to accommodate our patients, we schedule both the echo and the stress test on the same day.
Sonographer Radiation Exposure: You May Exceed Legally Mandated Limits! Read More »
Do you consider yourself naturally curious? If so, this article is definitely for you! If not… this blog topic will spark your interest! This week our guest writer Yvonne Prince is going to show you different ways to perform accurate echo measurements by applying geometric concepts to improve your echo skills.
Tips for Accurate Echo Measurements by Applying Geometric Concepts Read More »
CardioServ has posted various blogs on the topics of Right Heart Quantification and RVSP, following ASE guidelines. If you missed them, you can find them here. One of the biggest factors in determining the RVSP via echo is evaluating and measuring the tricuspid regurgitant (TR) Doppler jet.
2 Ways to Properly Assess TR Jets for Accurate RVSP Calculations Read More »
CardioServ loves featuring individuals that share our values of inspiring excellence and we are excited to introduce you to Yvonne Prince, ACS, RDCS, RVT, RDMS this week in our Educator Spotlight.
Educator Spotlight: Yvonne Prince ACS, RDCS, RVT, RDMS Read More »
You have read our blogs…. now earn CMEs! After repeated requests to offer CMEs for our educational services, we are proud to invite you to check out our new Category 1 AMA CMEs online platform. Developed with the same quality and ease as our blogs, our online CME platform provides you with relevant information for your daily practice of echocardiography.
Online Echo CMEs Now Available! Read More »
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a critical condition where one or more of the arteries within the lungs become occluded by a blood clot. Quick diagnosis and treatment is crucial to keep mortality rates low. It is common for PE’s to originate from lower limb deep venous thrombosis (DVT). In other words:
Invasive Ultrasonic Procedure to Treat Pulmonary Embolisms Read More »
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