Background
Three-dimensional (3D) echocardiography offers the ability to improve and expand the diagnostic capabilities of cardiac ultrasound. However, as with any emerging technology, the enthusiasm to embrace a new technique must be tempered by a critical appraisal of the evidence supporting its use.
Methods
The study included 20 patients who were scheduled for VSD closure. All patients were subjected to 2D echocardiogram as well as to real-time 3D echocardiography with full-volume acquisition. Data obtained was tabulated and analyzed to determine the additional value of 3D echocardiography compared to 2D echocardiography in the assessment of VSD as well as in the accuracy of the 3D echocardiographic data compared to the surgical findings.
Methods
The study included 20 patients who were scheduled for VSD closure. All patients were subjected to 2D echocardiogram as well as to real-time 3D echocardiography with full-volume acquisition. Data obtained was tabulated and analyzed to determine the additional value of 3D echocardiography compared to 2D echocardiography in the assessment of VSD as well as in the accuracy of the 3D echocardiographic data compared to the surgical findings.
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