Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) is when a cardiac ultrasound is performed on the patient’s chest. TTE is the most common cardiac ultrasound application and is non-invasive. TTE is …

We have created this online interactive module to assist with teaching and learning the assessment of cardiac function with transthoracic echocardiography. Users can view the TTE …

The subcostal view visualizes both atria and both ventricles. This view is mainly used for diagnosing pericardial effusions, as well as for detecting defects between the atria or …

Aug 21, 2023 · Parasternal Short Axis view . Labelled PSAX ; Patient position supine / left lateral ; Holding PLAX view, rotate probe 90 degrees clockwise ; Probe marker now faces towards Left …

transthoracic echocardiographic (TTE) examination in 19805 and updated recommended components of the examination in 2011.6 Recently the British Society of Echocardiography …

Dec 5, 2017 · This view is often the only view which can be obtained during mechanical ventilation or with ongoing chest compressions. It can be used to assess for pericardial effusions, …

The purposes of this document are to (1) establish the content of a comprehensive TTE examination, (2) provide recommendations for technical performance and appropriate use of …

Mar 23, 2023 · Standard transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) is the most commonly performed form of echocardiography. It consists of five standardized windows which are obtained in a …

Basic TTE – Why. Here we will discuss the value of transthoracic echo in the hands of perioperative physicians in a case-based review. This is one of my favorite talks, and it can be …

Finding and maintaining adequate transthoracic echo (TTE) views can be a daunting task during cardiac arrest resuscitation. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), defibrillator pads, and …