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Chapter 1

Preparation for scanning a child

A child's cooperation for an echo can be unpredictable. This chapter will arm you with several tips and tricks to sufficiently prepare the patient and optimize the study.
5 Lessons
16:52 min
Preparation for scanning a child intro
0:22 min
Reviewing tips and tricks
4:28 min
Selecting your probe
2:57 min
Optimizing machine settings
9:05 min
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Chapter 2

Sequential segmental approach in theory

Before scanning, it is essential to understand cardiac morphology and a segmental approach to congenital heart disease. This chapter lays down the foundation.
10 Lessons
33:58 min
Sequential segmental approach in theory intro
0:25 min
Introducing sequential segmental analysis
2:32 min
Determining atrial arrangement
2:39 min
Defining atrioventricular valves and connections
3:22 min
Recognizing abnormal atrioventricular valves and connections
5:43 min
Defining ventricular arrangements
3:47 min
Defining ventriculoarterial valves and connections
6:00 min
Defining the great arteries
6:04 min
Defining situs and visceroatrial connections
3:26 min
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Chapter 3

Sequential segmental approach in practice

Now that we're ready to start the echocardiogram, this chapter introduces the standard pediatric imaging views and presents a stepwise approach to scanning.
9 Lessons
40:04 min
Sequential segmental approach in practice intro
0:23 min
Getting the basics right
2:35 min
Using subcostal views
7:21 min
Using parasternal views
6:22 min
Using high parasternal views
2:38 min
Using apical views
5:49 min
Using suprasternal views
4:34 min
Completing an echocardiography reporting template
10:22 min
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Chapter 4

Atrial septal defects

Atrial septal defects (ASDs) are a common form of congenital heart disease (CHD). This chapter covers a comprehensive assessment of ASD, including indications for closure.
7 Lessons
23:37 min
Atrial septal defects intro
0:21 min
Reviewing types of atrial septal defects
2:59 min
Recognizing atrial septal defects using echocardiography
4:43 min
Assessing atrial septal defect rims
6:28 min
Assessing the hemodynamics of atrial septal defects
4:21 min
Assessing atrial septal defects post-closure
4:45 min
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Chapter 5

Ventricular septal defects

Ventricular septal defects (VSDs) are the most common form of CHD. This chapter covers a comprehensive assessment of VSD, including indications for closure.
8 Lessons
36:08 min
Ventricular septal defects intro
0:16 min
Defining types of ventricular septal defects
4:09 min
Performing ventricular septal defect sweeps
6:53 min
Recognizing ventricular septal defects using echocardiography
4:35 min
Assessing the hemodynamics of ventricular septal defects
8:15 min
Recognizing associated lesions
5:41 min
Assessing ventricular septal defects post-closure
6:19 min
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Chapter 6

Tetralogy of Fallot

Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF) can be cyanotic or acyanotic depending on the degree of right ventricular outflow tract obstruction. This chapter covers a comprehensive assessment of TOF.
7 Lessons
31:20 min
Tetralogy of Fallot intro
0:22 min
Defining tetralogy of Fallot
4:04 min
Describing anatomical variants and associated anomalies
5:53 min
Assessing tetralogy of Fallot using echocardiography (part 1)
5:17 min
Assessing tetralogy of Fallot using echocardiography (part 2)
7:32 min
Assessing tetralogy of Fallot post-surgery
8:12 min
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Chapter 7

Transposition of the great arteries

Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a form of cyanotic CHD. This chapter covers a comprehensive assessment of TGA with intact ventricular septum.
7 Lessons
22:34 min
Transposition of the great arteries intro
0:24 min
Defining transposition of the great arteries
2:56 min
Assessing transposition of the great arteries using echocardiography (part 1)
4:07 min
Assessing transposition of the great arteries using echocardiography (part 2)
3:47 min
Evaluating transposition of the great arteries pre-surgery
6:36 min
Evaluating transposition of the great arteries post-surgery
4:44 min
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Chapter 8

Demonstration of a complete pediatric echocardiogram

Let’s apply everything you’ve learned as we walk you through how to perform the exam and position the probe on a live pediatric patient. It’s almost like you’re standing in the room!
7 Lessons
34:09 min
Preparing to perform the pediatric echocardiogram
2:21 min
Demonstrating subcostal views
8:10 min
Demonstrating parasternal views
7:24 min
Demonstrating high parasternal views
4:24 min
Demonstrating apical views
6:26 min
Demonstrating suprasternal views
4:39 min
Pediatric Echocardiography outro
0:45 min
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