Echo Core Curriculum: A Practical Approach to Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (LVEF) by Echo

Howard Leong-Poi MD
Date: December 2, 2021
Objectives:
1. Discuss evaluation of LV systolic function and LV ejection fraction (LVEF)
2. Learn how to measure LVEF by Simpson’s biplane.
3. Recognize pitfalls and issues in LVEF determination.
4. Learn how to use echo contrast to help improve the accuracy and reproducibility of LVEF measurements.
Reference:
Recommendations for Cardiac Chamber Quantification by Echocardiography in Adults 2015
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