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Basic Ultrasound Physics, Doppler Ultrasound, and Hemodynamic Assessment

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A basic understanding of physics is necessary for effective clinical use of ultrasound, and it allows appreciation of the wonderful technology we now use. Rapid waveform analysis and massive data storage capability make high-resolution imaging and complex hemodynamic assessment accessible at the bedside. Understanding the principles of ultrasound physics and applying them to echocardiography help us to understand the anatomy and function of the heart, while use of Doppler principles allows us to make assessments of blood flow, valve areas, and pressure gradients.

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  1. Department of Anesthesiology, University of California San Diego, 200 West Arbor Drive, MC 8770, San Diego, CA, USA

    Gerard R. Manecke MD

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  1. Department of Anesthesiology, University of California San Diego, San Diego, California, USA

    Timothy M. Maus

  2. Division of Cardiovascular Anesthesiology and Critical Care , The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, Houston, Texas, USA

    Sonia Nhieu

  3. Department of Anesthesiology, University of California San Diego, San Diego, California, USA

    Seth T. Herway

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Manecke, G.R. (2016). Basic Ultrasound Physics, Doppler Ultrasound, and Hemodynamic Assessment. In: Maus, T., Nhieu, S., Herway, S. (eds) Essential Echocardiography. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-34124-8_3

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