Background Because of the unique geometry of the right ventricle, assessment of right ventricular (RV) volume and function is clinically challenging. The aim of this study was to investigate the…
Two-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography is the most widely used noninvasive imaging modality for the evaluation and diagnosis of cardiac pathology. However, because of the physical properties of ultrasound waves and specifics…
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American College of Radiology (ACR) recently published appropriate use criteria (AUC) directed at patients presenting to the emergency department with chest pain,…
Background In patients with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF), the impact of left ventricular diastolic function on the risk for left atrial appendage (LAA) thrombus has not been prospectively studied. Methods…
Eric J. Walker, MHA, RVT, RDCS Yvonne B. Prince, AS, RDMS, RVT, RDCS Mary E. Wingold, BS, RDMS, RVT, RDCS Ronald W. Gimbel, PhD Note from Patrick D. Coon, RCCS,…
Meryl S. Cohen, MD, FASE, FACC, FAHA As I write this in early spring, the days are getting longer, and the flowers and trees are blooming. It is a nice…
The American Society of Echocardiography is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. ASE recognizes courses as supplements to formal training…
Susan E. Wiegers, MD, FASE, FACC I imagine every President is nostalgic for the past year in their final President’s Message. It has been an honor to work with the…
We thank Dr. Cantinotti and his colleagues for their thoughtful comments and appreciate their concerns regarding the use of reference ranges of deformation imaging that reflect “normalcy” for children across…
