Echocardiography, Three-Dimensional
| Definition: |
Echocardiography amplified by the addition of depth to the conventional two-dimensional ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY visualizing only the length and width of the heart. Three-dimensional ultrasound imaging was first described in 1961 but its application to echocardiography did not take place until 1974. (Mayo Clin Proc 1993;68:221-40) |
| Notes: |
ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY, FOUR-DIMENSIONAL is also available; DF: ECHOCARDIOGR 3D |
| Previously Indexed: |
Echocardiography (1974-1996) |
Echocardiography, Three-Dimensional Categories.
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Echocardiography, Four-Dimensional - Dynamic three-dimensional echocardiography using the added dimension of time to impart the cinematic perception of motion. (Mayo Clin Proc 1993;68:221-40) |
Echocardiography, Three-Dimensional Definitions and Terms
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