Added value of real-time three-dimensional echocardiography in assessing cardiac masses

Plana, Juan Carlos

doi:10.1007/s11886-009-0029-5

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“…In our patients, RT3D-TTE volume calculation of intracardiac thrombi was obtained regardless of their shape and orientation. In agreement with previous studies [41,42], Our results described the additional value of RT3D-TTE in the assessment of cardiac masses.…”

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Real-time three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in daily practice: initial experience

Anwar

Nosir

Zainal-Abidin

et al. 2012

Cardiovasc Ultrasound

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Aim of the workTo evaluate the feasibility and possible additional value of transthoracic real-time three-dimensional echocardiography (RT3D-TTE) for the assessment of cardiac structures as compared to 2D-TTE.Methods320 patients (mean age 45 ± 8.4 years, 75% males) underwent 2D-TTE and RT3D-TTE using 3DQ-Q lab software for offline analysis. Volume quantification and functional assessment was performed in 90 patients for left ventricle and in 20 patients for right ventricle. Assessment of native (112 patients) and prosthetic (30 patients) valves morphology and functions was performed. RT3D-TTE was performed for evaluation of septal defects in 30 patients and intracardiac masses in 52 patients.ResultsRT3D-TTE assessment of left ventricle was feasible and reproducible in 86% of patients while for right ventricle, it was (55%). RT3D-TTE could define the surface anatomy of mitral valve optimally (100%), while for aortic and tricuspid was (88% and 81% respectively). Valve area could be planimetered in 100% for the mitral and in 80% for the aortic. RT3D-TTE provided a comprehensive anatomical and functional evaluation of prosthetic valves. RT3D-TTE enface visualization of septal defects allowed optimal assessment of shape, size, area and number of defects and evaluated the outcome post device closure. RT3D-TTE allowed looking inside the intracardiac masses through multiple sectioning, valuable anatomical delineation and volume calculation.ConclusionOur initial experience showed that the use of RT3D-TTE in the assessment of cardiac patients is feasible and allowed detailed anatomical and functional assessment of many cardiac disorders.

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Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 93%

Real-time three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in daily practice: initial experience

Anwar

Nosir

Zainal-Abidin

et al. 2012

Cardiovasc Ultrasound

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“…Intraoperative transesophageal and 3D echocardiography can be helpful in guiding surgical planning. Real-time 3D echocardiography improves the diagnostic capabilities of cardiac echocardiography in the assessment of the location, composition, size, and relationship to adjacent structures of intracardiac masses (Table 1) [1]. The proximity of the probe to the posterior aspect of the cardiac chambers in transesophageal echocardiography permits better evaluation of cardiac masses, particularly in the atria, and differentiation of benign from pathologic structures (for example, lipomatous hypertrophy of the interatrial septum, which is benign but can have a masslike appearance).…”

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Cardiac Masses, Part 1: Imaging Strategies and Technical Considerations

Buckley

Madan

Kwong

et al. 2011

American Journal of Roentgenology

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OBJECTIVE The objective of this article is to discuss optimal imaging strategies for the evaluation of cardiac masses. The advantages and disadvantages of echocardiography, cardiac MRI, gated cardiac CT, and nuclear imaging will be discussed and specific techniques presented. CONCLUSION Multimodality imaging plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis and surgical planning of cardiac masses. Clinical features, such as patient age, location, and imaging characteristics of the mass will determine the likely differential diagnosis.

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“…70 However, CMR plays an important role in further evaluation, especially with regard to morphologic characteristics (location, size, infiltrative nature, tissue composition) and impact on cardiac function and hemodynamics without restrictions in the field of view. Hence, consensus statements recognize CMR as the primary method in the workup of cardiac masses.…”

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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Applications on Infiltrative Cardiomyopathies

Muehlberg

Toepper

Fritschi

et al. 2016

Journal of Thoracic Imaging

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Infiltrative cardiomyopathies are a heterogenous group of diseases that typically lead to restrictive cardiac dysfunction. Due to similar phenotypes, accurate diagnosis is challenging without invasive endomyocardial biopsy which has historically been considered mandatory. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) has been well established in the diagnostic workup of patients with suspected cardiomyopathies due to its unique capability for tissue differentiation and its unsurpassed accuracy in defining cardiac morphology and function. The increasing variety of CMR techniques has generated both excitement and uncertainty with regard to their potential clinical use and its role vis-à-vis conventional noninvasive imaging techniques. The purpose of this review is to give an overview of established and emerging CMR techniques and typical image characteristics of the most commonly encountered infiltrative cardiomyopathies.

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Added value of real-time three-dimensional echocardiography in assessing cardiac masses

Cited by 25 publications

References 27 publications

Real-time three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in daily practice: initial experience

Real-time three-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography in daily practice: initial experience

Cardiac Masses, Part 1: Imaging Strategies and Technical Considerations

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Applications on Infiltrative Cardiomyopathies

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