This educational DVD covers the what, how, and why of the echocardiographic assessment of diastolic function. It prominently features examples of how the ASE guideline on the Evaluation of Left Ventricular Diastolic Function by Echocardiography can be applied in a meaningful manner in the clinical setting.
Updated research literature accompanies the clinical cases to illustrate the stages of diastolic dysfunction and their significance in patients who may, or may not be, symptomatic, with normal or reduced ejection fraction.
This thorough review of the mechanics of normal and abnormal filling of the left ventricle includes many illustrative examples of how to measure the various diastolic function variables. You will learn how to make the correct measurements, which pitfalls to avoid, and how to negotiate discrepant measurements. In addition, the utility of diastolic function assessment in CRT optimization, exercise echocardiography, and future approaches, such as diastolic strain and twist are also presented. Finally, this DVD demonstrates which measurements can be made in challenging cases, such as atrial fibrillation and mitral stenosis, and the seamless interaction between a sonographer and cardiologist are addressed.
From basic measurements to new techniques, from abnormal relaxation to impaired compliance, and from filling pressures to left atrial strain, this educational DVD will undoubtedly enhance your understanding of diastology.