Case Study Video: Cardiac Ultrasound - Parasternal Short Axis Video (3:46)

Go to http://www.sonosite.com/education for more videos and information about ultrasound technology. This video details the use of bedside ultrasound imaging, specifically the parasternal short-axis view, with a phased array probe to evaluate cardiac health and anatomy, especially when looking at a patient's left ventricular contractility. This ultrasound view offers clinicians an opportunity to view the left ventricle and mitral valve in cross section and helps identify patients who may have a cardiogenic cause for their presentations. To receive notifications about the YouTube videos from Sonosite, click the Subscribe button to subscribe to this channel. For a more comprehensive and portable video library, please download the SonoAccess™ iPhone® app at http://www.sonoaccess.com. Become a fan! Keep up with Sonosite on Twitter (http://twitter.com/sonosite) and Facebook (http://bit.ly/5KiQMX).