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'''Echocardiography''' refers to the use of [[ultrasonography]] to evaluate the heart. With the help of duplex ultrasonography, one can estimate the pressure gradient across valves, the speed of blood through valves, and the pressure of the pulmonary vasculature. | '''Echocardiography''' refers to the use of [[ultrasonography]] to evaluate the heart. With the help of duplex ultrasonography, one can estimate the [[ejection fraction]], the pressure gradient across valves, the speed of blood through valves, and the pressure of the pulmonary vasculature. | ||
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Transoesophageal echocardiography is most commonly indicated for [[infective endocarditis]] and to rule out left atrial appendage thrombus in case of [[atrial fibrillation]]. | Transoesophageal echocardiography is most commonly indicated for [[infective endocarditis]] and to rule out left atrial appendage thrombus in case of [[atrial fibrillation]]. | ||
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