What does an echocardiogram primarily assess?
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It evaluates the heart’s structure and function including chambers, valves, and blood flow.
What does left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) indicate?
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LVEF measures how much blood the left ventricle pumps out with each contraction.
What might turbulent flow on Doppler imaging suggest?
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Turbulence often indicates valvular stenosis or regurgitation.
Which view is best for visualizing the mitral valve?
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The parasternal long axis and apical four-chamber views clearly show mitral valve function.
What does a pericardial effusion appear as on echo?
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It shows as an echo-free space between the pericardium and heart.
Which measurement helps evaluate left atrial enlargement?
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The anteroposterior dimension on parasternal view helps assess left atrial size.
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What can color Doppler reveal in mitral regurgitation?
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Color Doppler shows backward flow from the left ventricle to the left atrium.
What does hypokinesis on echo suggest?
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Hypokinesis indicates reduced motion of a heart wall, often from ischemia.
What does the Simpson’s method measure?
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Simpson’s method calculates ejection fraction using ventricular volumes.