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Evaluation of Left Ventricular Structure and Function using 3D Echocardiography
Published on: October 28, 2020
Real-time three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in daily practice: initial experience
Ashraf M Anwar1, Youssef F M Nosir, Siti Khairani Zainal-Abidin
1Department of Cardiology, King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital, P,O, Box: 9862, Jeddah 21159, Saudi-Arabia. ashrafanwar2000@hotmail.com
Cardiovascular Ultrasound
|March 28, 2012
Summary
Real-time three-dimensional echocardiography (RT3D-TTE) is a feasible tool for assessing cardiac structures, offering detailed anatomical and functional insights compared to traditional 2D-TTE.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
- Echocardiography
Background:
- Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) is a standard imaging modality.
- Real-time three-dimensional echocardiography (RT3D-TTE) offers potential advancements over 2D-TTE.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the feasibility and added value of RT3D-TTE.
- To compare RT3D-TTE with 2D-TTE for cardiac structure evaluation.
Main Methods:
- 320 patients underwent both 2D-TTE and RT3D-TTE.
- Offline analysis using 3DQ-Q lab software.
- Specific assessments included ventricular volumes, valve morphology/function, septal defects, and intracardiac masses.
Main Results:
- RT3D-TTE feasibility was 86% for the left ventricle and 55% for the right ventricle.
- Optimal visualization of mitral valve anatomy (100%) and function.
- Comprehensive assessment of native and prosthetic valves, septal defects, and intracardiac masses.
Conclusions:
- RT3D-TTE is feasible for cardiac patient assessment.
- RT3D-TTE provides detailed anatomical and functional evaluation.
- RT3D-TTE offers additional value in diagnosing various cardiac disorders.
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