Related Experiment Video
Updated: Oct 10, 2025
06:50
Troubleshooting FoCUS Image Acquisition: Patient Positioning, Transducer Manipulation, and Image Optimization
Published on: March 3, 2023
1.7K
[Focus ultrasound for cardiology practice. Russian consensus document]
Yu V Mareev1, O N Dzhioeva2, O T Zorya3
1National Medical Research Centre for Therapy and Preventive Medicine, Moscow, Russia Robertson Centre for Biostatistics, Glasgow, Great Britain.
Kardiologiia
|December 9, 2021
Summary
This consensus document defines focus ultrasound and outlines its applications in cardiology within the Russian Federation. It provides guidance for specialists on utilizing this technology for heart failure diagnosis and management.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Ultrasound
- Heart Failure Management
Background:
- Consensus document developed by leading Russian medical societies.
- Addresses the emerging role of focus ultrasound in clinical practice.
- Highlights the need for standardized definitions and applications.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish a clear definition of focus ultrasound.
- To discuss the current and potential applications of focus ultrasound in cardiology.
- To provide recommendations for its use in the Russian Federation.
Main Methods:
- Consensus-building among experts from multiple Russian societies.
- Review of existing literature and clinical evidence.
- Discussion and agreement on definitions and use cases.
Main Results:
- A formal definition of focus ultrasound is provided.
- Specific scenarios for focus ultrasound application in cardiology are detailed.
- Guidelines for its integration into Russian cardiology practice are proposed.
Conclusions:
- Focus ultrasound offers promising applications in cardiology.
- Standardized definitions and guidelines are crucial for its effective implementation.
- Further research and training are recommended.
Related Concept Videos
01:25Ultrasound II: Endoscopic Ultrasound and FibroScan
226
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS) and FibroScan are valuable diagnostic tools in gastroenterology and hepatology, each with specific applications and techniques.
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS):
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS):
226
01:17Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System I:Echocardiography
512
Cardiac imaging studies encompass a wide range of noninvasive and minimally invasive techniques designed to visualize the heart's structure and function in detail. One such technique is echocardiography, which uses high-frequency ultrasound waves to produce detailed images of the heart, known as echocardiograms.
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
Indications: Echocardiography is utilized to diagnose heart failure, valve disorders, and myocardial infarction. It also assesses cardiac structures' size, shape, and motion,...
512
01:20Imaging Studies for Cardiovascular System II:Types of Echocardiography
415
Echocardiography plays a role in assessing cardiac health and detecting heart conditions, with various types providing critical insights for diagnosis and treatment.
Types of Echocardiography
Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
TTE is the most common type of echocardiogram which involves placing a transducer on the patient's chest, emitting sound waves to create heart images. TTE is invaluable for evaluating the heart's size, structure, and motion, making it particularly useful for...
Types of Echocardiography
Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
TTE is the most common type of echocardiogram which involves placing a transducer on the patient's chest, emitting sound waves to create heart images. TTE is invaluable for evaluating the heart's size, structure, and motion, making it particularly useful for...
415
01:19Assessing Blood pressure using a doppler ultrasound
1.8K
To obtain accurate blood pressure measurements in clinical settings, especially when traditional methods are insufficient, healthcare professionals utilize the Doppler ultrasound technique. This method uses high-frequency sound waves to detect blood flow within the arteries, which is crucial for patients with conditions that complicate circulatory system assessment.
Pre-Procedural Guidelines for Doppler Ultrasound Blood Pressure Assessment:
Preparation of Equipment:
Pre-Procedural Guidelines for Doppler Ultrasound Blood Pressure Assessment:
Preparation of Equipment:
1.8K
01:17Ultrasonography
6.5K
Ultrasonography is an imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to visualize the body's internal structures. It is a non-invasive and safe procedure that does not involve the use of ionizing radiation, making it widely used in various medical fields. Ultrasonography is used to study heart function, blood flow in the neck or extremities, certain conditions such as gallbladder disease, and fetal growth and development.
During an ultrasonography procedure, a handheld device called...
During an ultrasonography procedure, a handheld device called...
6.5K
01:20Ultrasound I: Abdominal Ultrasonography
458
Introduction:
Abdominal ultrasonography, commonly known as abdominal ultrasound, is a vital, non-invasive medical imaging technique widely used in healthcare.
Procedure:
This diagnostic tool allows the clinician to visually inspect internal structures within the abdomen, including vital organs such as the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, and spleen.
The abdominal ultrasound process begins with applying a special gel to the patient's skin over the abdomen. This gel enhances the...
Abdominal ultrasonography, commonly known as abdominal ultrasound, is a vital, non-invasive medical imaging technique widely used in healthcare.
Procedure:
This diagnostic tool allows the clinician to visually inspect internal structures within the abdomen, including vital organs such as the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, kidneys, and spleen.
The abdominal ultrasound process begins with applying a special gel to the patient's skin over the abdomen. This gel enhances the...
458