Usage of 2D Echo in Critical Care Settings

2D echo, or two-dimensional echocardiography, is a valuable diagnostic tool used in critical care settings. It provides real-time images of the heart's structures and function, aiding in the assessment and management of critically ill patients. In critical care, 2D echo is used to evaluate cardiac...

• The lecture discusses the use of 2D echocardiography (echo) in critical care settings like the ICU, highlighting its role in patient monitoring and management. The origins of echocardiography are traced back to Dr. Edler and Dr. Hertz, emphasizing its initial use in diagnosing mitral valve stenosis and regurgitation.