2022 Advanced Imaging Techniques OnDemand (ASE Learning Hub)

Advanced Echocardiography Training in 3D Echocardiography, Strain Imaging, and Structural Heart Imaging

Overview

2022 Advanced Imaging Techniques OnDemand from the American Society of Echocardiography Learning Hub is a specialized advanced echocardiography course designed for sonographers, cardiologists, and cardiac imaging professionals seeking expertise in modern echocardiographic imaging techniques.

Originally recorded during the live ASE course held on December 3–4, 2022, this program focuses on the practical implementation of 3D Echocardiography, Speckle Tracking Echocardiography (STE), and Strain Imaging. The course emphasizes hands-on acquisition techniques, image optimization, dataset analysis, and clinical application in routine echocardiography and structural heart interventions.

Created by internationally recognized imaging experts Carol Mitchell and Tony Forshaw, the course provides a practical, workflow-oriented approach to advanced echocardiographic imaging.

Course Specifications

Format

• 6 Video Lectures
• Course PDF Materials

Publisher

American Society of Echocardiography Learning Hub

Course Year

2022 (Released as OnDemand Edition 2023)

File Size

2.78 GB

Educational Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Specialty

Advanced Echocardiography & Cardiac Imaging

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Recognize clinical applications of advanced echocardiographic imaging.
• Understand the principles of myocardial strain imaging.
• Improve acquisition of high-quality 3D echocardiographic datasets.
• Identify common pitfalls in speckle tracking imaging.
• Perform left ventricular, right ventricular, and atrial strain analysis.
• Utilize 3D echocardiography during structural heart procedures.
• Analyze mitral valve anatomy using 3D imaging.
• Apply advanced imaging techniques in daily echocardiographic practice.

Core Topics Covered

Advanced Echocardiographic Imaging

Topics Include

• Modern Echocardiographic Technologies
• Advanced Quantification
• Image Optimization
• Clinical Integration
• Workflow Efficiency

Participants learn how advanced imaging is becoming part of routine echocardiography.

Three-Dimensional Echocardiography (3D Echo)

A major focus of the course.

Topics Include

• Fundamentals of 3D Imaging
• Volume Dataset Acquisition
• Image Reconstruction
• Real-Time 3D Echocardiography
• Clinical Applications

Participants learn techniques for acquiring and interpreting high-quality 3D datasets.

3D Data Acquisition

Topics Include

• Probe Manipulation
• Dataset Optimization
• Multi-Beat Acquisition
• Artifact Reduction
• Image Quality Improvement

Strong emphasis is placed on practical image acquisition skills.

3D Left Ventricular Assessment

Topics Include

• Left Ventricular Volumes
• Ejection Fraction Measurement
• Ventricular Remodeling
• Quantitative Analysis

Review of advanced methods for assessing LV function.

3D Right Ventricular Assessment

Topics Include

• RV Anatomy
• RV Function Assessment
• Quantitative Measurements
• Clinical Applications

Participants learn techniques that overcome limitations of traditional 2D imaging.

3D Mitral Valve Imaging

Topics Include

• Mitral Valve Anatomy
• Mitral Regurgitation Assessment
• Surgical Planning
• Structural Heart Interventions

Special focus on mitral valve evaluation using advanced imaging technologies.

Structural Heart Intervention Imaging

Topics Include

• Transcatheter Procedures
• Mitral Valve Repair Guidance
• Structural Heart Imaging
• Procedural Planning
• Intraprocedural Imaging

Review of the growing role of advanced echocardiography in structural interventions.

Strain Imaging Fundamentals

Another major theme of the course.

Topics Include

• Speckle Tracking Echocardiography
• Myocardial Mechanics
• Longitudinal Strain
• Circumferential Strain
• Radial Strain

Participants gain a strong understanding of myocardial deformation imaging.

Left Ventricular Strain Imaging

Topics Include

• Global Longitudinal Strain (GLS)
• Early Detection of Dysfunction
• Cardiomyopathy Assessment
• Cardio-Oncology Applications
• Prognostic Value

Special emphasis on clinical applications of GLS.

Right Ventricular Strain Imaging

Topics Include

• RV Free Wall Strain
• Pulmonary Hypertension
• Right Heart Dysfunction
• Prognostic Assessment

Review of emerging clinical uses of RV strain.

Atrial Strain Imaging

Topics Include

• Left Atrial Function
• Reservoir Function
• Conduit Function
• Contractile Function
• Atrial Remodeling

Participants learn how atrial strain can enhance patient assessment.

Speckle Tracking Echocardiography (STE)

Topics Include

• Tracking Algorithms
• Image Quality Requirements
• Vendor Differences
• Analysis Techniques
• Clinical Interpretation

Detailed discussion of practical STE implementation.

Imaging Pitfalls and Troubleshooting

Topics Include

• Artifact Recognition
• Tracking Errors
• Suboptimal Acquisition
• Quality Control
• Reproducibility

One of the most clinically useful sections of the course.

Software and Advanced Quantification

Topics Include

• Modern Analysis Platforms
• Automated Measurements
• Quantitative Reporting
• Workflow Integration

Participants learn how advances in software have expanded clinical applications.

Educational Features

Practical Focus

Emphasis on real-world acquisition and interpretation techniques.

Advanced Echocardiography Training

Covers technologies increasingly required in modern echo laboratories.

Expert ASE Faculty

Developed by internationally recognized echocardiography educators.

Structural Heart Integration

Includes imaging techniques used during contemporary structural interventions.

Target Audience

Physicians

• Cardiologists
• Echocardiographers
• Cardiac Imaging Specialists
• Structural Heart Specialists

Sonographers

• Cardiac Sonographers
• Echocardiography Technologists
• Advanced Cardiac Imaging Professionals

Trainees

• Cardiology Fellows
• Echocardiography Fellows
• Cardiac Imaging Fellows

Advanced Practice Providers

• Nurse Practitioners
• Physician Assistants working in cardiovascular imaging

Why Choose This Course?

• Focused entirely on advanced echocardiographic imaging.
• Strong practical emphasis on acquisition and analysis.
• Comprehensive review of strain imaging and 3D echocardiography.
• Covers structural heart intervention imaging.
• Developed by leading ASE educators.
• Highly relevant for modern echocardiography laboratories.