The “2022 Advanced Imaging Techniques: OnDemand Course” is designed to provide valuable content originally recorded during the live course on December 3-4, 2022. The course is tailored to meet the needs of sonographers and practitioners directly involved in advanced echo imaging. It is directed by course leaders Carol Mitchell, PhD, RDMS, RVT, RT(R), ACS, FASE, and Tony Forshaw, M Cardiac Ultrasound, B Ex Sci, AMS (Cardiac), FASE, with a focus on the following key aspects:
Advanced 3D and Strain Imaging Techniques: The course delves into the practical how-to techniques of advanced 3D and Strain Imaging, equipping participants with the skills necessary for clinical application.
Software Advancements: The course explores improved software packages that have expanded the clinical utility of these techniques, emphasizing that 3D and Strain Imaging have become integral components of routine echocardiographic examinations.
Data Acquisition and Analysis: There is a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of data acquisition and the analysis of raw datasets, ensuring that participants can effectively apply these techniques in clinical practice.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completing this course, participants will be better able to:
Recognize Clinical Applications: Understand and recognize the clinical applications of advanced echo imaging techniques, enabling the effective use of these techniques in real-world scenarios.
Basic Principles of Strain Imaging: Describe the fundamental principles underpinning strain imaging, which is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of this advanced imaging technique.
Enhanced 3D Data Acquisition: Improve the acquisition of high-quality 3D datasets, ensuring the reliability and accuracy of the imaging information.
Identification of Pitfalls: Identify common pitfalls that may affect the acquisition of speckle tracking datasets, allowing for more precise and error-free data collection.
3D Analysis: Learn how to perform 3D analysis to assess the left ventricle, right ventricle, and mitral valve during structural interventions, facilitating a comprehensive evaluation of cardiac structures.
Strain Imaging Analysis: Gain the skills to perform strain imaging analysis for assessing the left ventricle, right ventricle, and atria, further enhancing the ability to provide accurate diagnostic information.
This course is a valuable resource for those seeking to expand their knowledge and expertise in advanced echo imaging techniques, and it aims to provide practical, clinically relevant insights for practitioners in the field.
