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AV canal defect

  Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Large cystic RA mass

Large cystic RA mass  Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Rheumatic mitral stenosis

1. Modified 4chamver view due to all cardiac chamber dilation. 2. Huge LA due to sever mitral stenosis. 3. Sever rheumatic mitral stenosis with diastolic AML doaming. 4. Sever LA..

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Lutembacher’s Syndrome

Severe Mitral Stenosis and Moderate Aortic Regurgitation   Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Rheumatic Severe Mitral Stenosis

TEE shows Hugely dilated Left Atrium as a consequence of Rhematic Severe Mitral Stenosis, spontaneous Echo Contrast Grade IV “pre thrombus formation “   Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology,..

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Myxome

45 years old female patient with congestive Heart Failure “EF=22%” and history of stroke , the Echocardiography shows multiple big thrombi in the Heart chambers and moderate pericardial effusion  ..

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Severe Mitral Stenosis and Moderate Aortic Regurgitation

Severe Mitral Stenosis and Moderate Aortic Regurgitation   Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Paravalvular Leakage of Mitral Valve

 Paravalvular Leakage at 3 o’clock of Mitral Valve.   Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Unicuspid valve Ao

  Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Fibroelastoma

72 years ald female patient admitted to hospital because of delirium and hypertensive crises. In TTE we found clearly suspicious finding on the RCC of the Aortic Valve. For further..

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Echocardiographic assessment of aortic stenosis: a practical guideline from the British Society of Echocardiography

Abstract The guideline provides a practical step-by-step guide in order to facilitate high-quality echocardiographic studies of patients with aortic stenosis. In addition, it addresses commonly encountered yet challenging clinical scenarios..

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Barlows prolapse

- Barlows prolapse. - Dilated left chambers, PMVL prolapse+ severe eccentric MR, Coanda effect, minimal pericardial effusion. - PML prolapse, severe MR eccentric jet, Dilated LA, Normal Lv systolic function.....

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Dissection flap

  Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Myxomatous Mitral-Valve Prolapse

A 22-year-old man presented with palpitations and chest discomfort. Echocardiography revealed an enlarged, thickened mitral-valve leaflet with systolic prolapse of multiple segments (shown in a video), and a diagnosis of..

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Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD). Extracorporeal Oxygenation and Coronavirus Disease. Surfactant

“Extracorporeal Oxygenation and Coronavirus Disease 2019 Epidemic: Is the Membrane Fail-Safe to Cross Contamination?” - Tammy Sparacino Journal Club. Surfactant - John Ingram Knowledge Nuggets. Venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)..

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Successful Heart Transplantation Recovered From a Brain-Dead Donor on Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Support

Abstract We describe the successful transplantation of a brain-dead donor supported by veno-arterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA-ECMO) after cardiac arrest secondary to pulmonary embolism. The donor was a 50-year-old female..

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Low vs standardized dose anticoagulation regimens for extracorporeal membrane oxygenation: A meta-analysis

Abstract Background To compare the safety and efficacy of low-dose anticoagulation (LA) with that of standardized dose anticoagulation (SA) for patients supported with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). Methods PubMed, MEDLINE,..

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Physiological Basis of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation and Extracorporeal Carbon Dioxide Removal in Respiratory Failure

Abstract Extracorporeal life support (ECLS) for severe respiratory failure has seen an exponential growth in recent years. Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and extracorporeal CO2 removal (ECCO2R) represent two modalities that can..

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Investigation of air bubble properties: relevance to prevention of coronary air embolism during cardiac surgery

Abstract Although de‐airing procedures are commonly performed during cardiac surgery, use of these procedures is not necessarily based on evidence. Uncertainly remains around the size of bubbles that can be..

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Preoperative Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps in Cardiac Surgery: A Propensity Score Analysis

Abstract Introduction The role of intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) in high-risk patients undergoing  (CABG) surgery remains controversial. We report the 5-year experience from a new Australian centre. Methods We retrospectively analysed..

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Antecedent ACE-inhibition, inflammatory response, and cardiac surgery associated acute kidney injury

Abstract Cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) may trigger organs damage, including kidney injury, due to a massive cytokine release. In this observational, prospective study, we analyzed the possible impact of chronic treatment..

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Is there a renoprotective value to leukodepletion during heart valve surgery? A randomized controlled trial (ROLO)

Abstract Background Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) adversely affects outcomes after cardiac surgery. A major mediator of AKI is the activation of leukocytes through exposure to the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit. We..

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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: How Do We Expand Capacity in the COVID-19 Era?

Abstract Despite advances in medical technology, the mortality rate for severe acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) remains high at around 40% []. In recent years, multiple studies, systematic reviews, and..

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Changes in Coagulation and Fibrinolysis Systems During the Perioperative Period of Acute Type A Aortic Dissection

Abstract Background: Acute type A aortic dissection (ATAAD) has a high risk of perioperative bleeding and often requires extensive blood product infusions. Analysis of the changes in coagulation and fibrinolysis..

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Establish a Nomogram of Cardiac Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction

Abstract Objectives: Cardiac postoperative cognitive dysfunction (c-POCD) is a common complication. This article established a nomogram by analyzing preoperative and intraoperative data to help identify high-risk patients and take effective..

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Apical four chamber view “A4C”

Parasternal short axis view, Apical four chamber view “A4C”. By placing the probe in the 5th to 7th intercostal space with a pointer directed to the lateral side till u..

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Parasternal short axis view Papillary muscle level

Parasternal short axis view. Papillary muscle level. The importance is ; 1) can assess the LV function 2)Ischemia “RWMAs” 3)VSD 4)Flattened D-shaped septum in Pulmonary embolism 5)LV wall thickness 6)Papillary..

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Echocardiographic views

  Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt.    

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Parasternal short axis view

Beautiful illustrative picture about the parasternal short axis view, great vessel level     Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt...

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Mitral Valve

Mitral Valve Leaflets and Scallops and its relation to Aortic Valve Sinuses      Mohammed Zidan,  MBBCH, M.Sc Cardiology (Cardiology, Echocardiography and interventional Cardilogy Specialist at Al-Azhar university), Cairo, Egypt...

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