Left ventricular volumes and ejection fraction: a learning path
Connect the apical view guides with EchoSuite’s LV volume and ejection fraction tools. Keep the selected measurement method and its references together as you explore.
Explore the apical four- and two-chamber views
Read the acquisition and image-optimization notes, then open the matching views in Probe Lab.
Read: Apical four chamber · Open Apical four chamber in Probe Lab
Read: Apical two chamber · Open Apical two chamber in Probe Lab
Review volume measurements and indexing
Explore the LV volumes tool’s method choices and measurement guidance. The body surface area tool provides a separate place to review height, weight and units.
Left ventricular volume index calculator: EDV and ESV guide · Open calculator
Body surface area calculator: height and weight guide · Open calculator
Work through ejection fraction
Open the LVEF calculator and try the worked example. Compare the entered volumes with the formula, then explore the acquisition teaching and the references for the chosen method.
Left ventricular ejection fraction calculator: LVEF guide · Open calculator
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