How-to Videos
Echocardiography
Welcome to the Compact Echo Course
Why are we here? In his mini-lecture series, Dr. Martin Altersberger will show you how to perform standardized echocardiographic exams using the EchoPAC software.
Chapter 1: The parasternal long axis view
Examining the PLAX
Each and every echo exam usually begins with the parasternal long axis view. You might ask yourself why? Well, in the PLAX you can get an overview of the entire heart. Starting with an evaluation of the right ventricle, you will learn how to interpret findings of the valves. You will see anatomy of the PLAX and pathologic findings as well.
Trailer of Compact Echo Course
Welcome to the Compact Echo Course (CEC), a journey through 27 standard views in transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) from B-Mode imaging to high-end technologies such as Speckle Tracking.
PLAX anatomy – part 1
In this video you are going to see the anatomy you need to know and get the first tips and tricks that will help you in your daily clinical practice.
PLAX anatomy – part 2
In the first video you saw a brief introduction, but how does the PLAX look on an actual echo loop? Here we go.
PLAX atypical views part 1 – RV inflow
By now you know the normal anatomy and the sonoanatomy of the PLAX. So let's move beyond the left ventricle.
PLAX atypical views part 2 – pathology & RV outflow
More tips and tricks regarding the atypical views of the PLAX – do not miss out on important information.
PLAX pathology part 1 – LVH, WMA & CMP
Finally, it is time to move on to pathologic examples! Many problems of LV and RV function, valve pathologies and heart dimensions are visible in the PLAX view.
PLAX pathology part 2 – the valves, the aorta, WMA & RVF
More pathologic examples that you for sure already encountered in your daily clinical practice. However, were you aware of how many information the PLAX view already provides?
PLAX compact summary
This video provides an insight into the EchoPAC software and offers a brief recap of what was discussed in the previous videos.
Lung ultrasound
Creating a lung ultrasound preset
Scanning the lungs is an important part in echocardiography, too. Creating your own lung ultrasound preset is rather simple! Watch this video and try it with your machine. The ultrasound system used in this video is the Versana Premier™.
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