including, sharp, clear echocardiograms, full-color schematic diagrams, and 3-D images. Detailed descriptions of all of the acoustic windows and imaging planes for every echocardiogram. All major diseases depicted in B-mode, M-mode, Doppler and color Doppler. A practical overview of the patient examination, including imaging and patient positioning. All cardiac diseases are shown - valvular heart disease, coronary heart disease, cardiomyopathies, prosthetic valves, carditis, septal defects, hypertensive heart diseases, intracardiac masses. Hundreds of vivid mnemonic devices and useful tips to help you locate, name, and remember all anatomical structures and features. Intelligent design: Integrated illustrations and succinct text on every page. Fits in your pocket for rapid reference and review. Durably designed to withstand everyday use.