Echocardiography uses sound waves to examine the
structure of the heart and its valves, giving information on
the function and pumping action of the heart. It is used to
diagnose and manage heart disease.
This video manual brings trainee cardiologists and
radiologists fully up to date with the latest developments in
echocardiography, reflecting recent changes in technology
and clinical use. Beginning with an introduction to imaging
techniques 2D, M-Mode, colour flow mapping, and
spectral Doppler, the following sections present the
application of these methods for imaging different valves.
Normal' images are illustrated, as well as those of
commonly encountered diseases, to help clinicians
recognise signs and reach an accurate diagnosis.
Key points
Illustrative video manual presenting recent advances in
echocardiography
Describes key techniques 2D, M-Mode, colour flow
mapping and spectral Doppler
Covers clinical application of imaging techniques for
different valves
Compares normal' and disease conditions.

Table of Contents
1. Introduction to 2D and M-Mode Echocardiography
2. Basics of Color Flow Imaging and Doppler Echocardiography
3. Mitral Valve and Common Mitral Valve Lesions
4. Aortic Valve and Common Aortic Valve Lesions
5. Pulmonary and Tricuspid Valves, and Pulmonary Hypertension