1. LV function and assessment of volume states
2. Assessment of Mitral Valve
3. Assessment of Aortic Valve
4. Basic physics of ultrasound
5. Standard imaging planes
6. Course examination and certification
7. Full literature review
Objective
To understand the basic Transoesophageal echocardiography examination in the context of cardiac patient undergoing surgery and in the ICU. Individuals will then be able to rapidly increase their experience using the skills and knowledge gained on the course.
Duration
The course is five days.
Topics covered
Using UK guidelines, the following topics will be covered:
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1. LV function and assessment of volume states 2. Assessment of Mitral Valve 3. Assessment of Aortic Valve 4. Basic physics of ultrasound 5. Standard imaging planes 6. Course examination and certification 7. Full literature review |
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This five days course designed for cardiac anaesthetists and cardiac surgeons who wish to develop skills in performing and interpreting transoesophageal echocardiograms.
Consultant Cardiac Anaesthetists, Cardiologists and Radiologists perform training.
The course is approved for 25 CME Credits
Date of Couses
5th October 1998
10th May 1999
October 1999
Contact
Dr Sean Bennett
Seanbennett@demon.co.ukPhone 01482-875875 ext 3356
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