DUTEC 181 - Advanced Studies Echocardiography

3 CR

This is the third quarter of a three-part series. Students examine advanced echocardiographic techniques and issues relating to the clinical practicum in adult echocardiology.

Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into program, or permission of program chair.

Course Outcomes

Identify and analyze echocardiographic evidence of cardiac pathology
Describe the images and calculations required to document cardiac pathology
Work out proficiency in the use of quantification principles applied to echocardiographic images and flow data
Discuss transesophageal echocardiography, its indications, contraindications, and outcomes
Investigate new and current surgical approaches to heart and valve disease
Demonstrate proficiency in technique and application of quantitative principles applied to echocardiographic images and flow data, and contrast-enhanced echocardiogram, 3D, and strain.
Explain indications, utility, limitations, and technical procedures for related echocardiographic studies

GenEd Outcomes: Creative and Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving

GenEd Outcomes: Communication

Reading

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