Cardiac ultrasound is a non-invasive, radiation-free examination method that can clearly show the structure and function of the heart. Therefore, it has become an important means of clinical evaluation of cardiac disease. However, how to interpret the examination report of cardiac color ultrasound may be difficult for ordinary people, so we can have a brief overview first.
1. The basic composition of cardiac color ultrasound.
The examination report of cardiac ultrasound usually includes the following parts: basic information of the patient, examination method, size of heart chambers, cardiac ejection function, valve function, myocardial function, etc.
2. Interpret the cardiac ultrasound examination report.
Heart chamber size: Heart chamber size is one of the important indicators to assess heart function. Normally, the size of the heart chambers is related to factors such as an individual's height and weight. If the size of the heart chambers is abnormal, it may indicate the presence of heart disease.
Cardiac ejection function: Cardiac ejection function is the amount of blood that the heart is able to pump each time it contracts. A normal person's heart ejection function is above 60%, and if it is less than 50%, it may indicate heart disease.
Valvular function: Cardiac ultrasound can assess valve morphology and function. If the valve is abnormal, it may indicate the presence of valvular disease. Common valvular diseases include mitral stenosis, aortic regurgitation, etc.
Myocardial function: Myocardial function refers to the contractile and diastolic capacity of the heart muscle. Abnormal myocardial function may indicate the presence of myocardial disease. Common myocardial diseases include myocarditis, cardiomyopathy, etc.
3. Precautions.
Regular re-examination: For patients with pre-existing heart disease, regular cardiac ultrasound re-examination is required in order to detect and deal with the problem in time.
Comprehensive evaluation: When interpreting the cardiac ultrasound examination report, a comprehensive evaluation should be carried out in combination with the patient's clinical manifestations and other examination results.
Seek professional advice: If you have questions or concerns about the cardiac ultrasound report, it is recommended to seek professional advice and guidance.
In conclusion, it is important to understand how to interpret the report of a color cardiac ultrasound in the evaluation of heart disease. By paying attention to the size of the heart chambers, cardiac ejection function, valve function and myocardial function, we can preliminarily determine whether there is a heart disease, and formulate a corresponding plan according to the examination results. At the same time, it is also important to pay attention to regular check-ups to detect and treat heart problems in time.