Two-dimensional transthoracic echocardiography at rest for the diagnosis, screening and management of pulmonary hypertension

This article reviews the current knowledge about methodologic aspects of assessing pulmonary pressure and PH origin by echo, including a discussion about abnormal thresholds. It also details advanced techniques like right ventricular strain imaging and new concepts like right ventricle – pulmonary artery coupling evaluation that have become “matured” enough to be definitely brought to routine evaluation.PMID:34097745 | DOI:10.4414/smw.2021.20486
Source: Swiss Medical Weekly - Category: General Medicine Authors: Source Type: research