2021-2022 Course Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 19, 2024  
2021-2022 Course Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ECHO 1310 - Echocardiography I


Prerequisite: ECHO 1100 
This course utilizes cardiac sonography fundamentals to evaluate cardiac anatomy, function and hemodynamics in diagnosing coronary artery heart disease. Incorporates all forms of noninvasive cardiovascular evaluation with emphasis on performance and interpretation of M-mode, 2-dimensional, and Doppler echocardiography. Emphasis will be placed on obtaining quality echocardiograms, and laboratory experience will demonstrate the application of theoretical principles and concepts. Topics include: ventricular function, coronary artery disease, Stress Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), 3-D/4-D Echocardiography, Contrast Echocardiography and advanced techniques/procedures. Contact hours: Class - 0, Lab - 6. Credit hours: 3 (T)