The Washington Manual of Echocardiography Second Edition

The Washington Manual® of Echocardiography, Second Edition

Selected as a Doody’s Core Title for 2022 and 2023!

Compact, practical, and expertly written, The Washington Manual® of Echocardiography, Second Edition delivers everything you need to perform, interpret, and apply echocardiographic findings with confidence. Developed by faculty at the Washington University School of Medicine, this trusted reference is fully updated and reorganized for even faster access to essential information—making it an indispensable guide for clinicians at every level.

Key Features:

• Completely Updated and Expanded: Incorporates the latest ACC/AHA and ASE guidelines, with streamlined chapters and enhanced clarity.
• New Coverage: Includes brand-new chapters on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and cardiac devices, reflecting advances in cardiac imaging and management.
• Improved Visual Learning: Features hundreds of updated, high-quality echocardiographic images and clips to enhance accuracy in diagnosis.
• Expert Tips & Pearls: Offers practical guidance from experienced cardiologists and sonographers on image optimization, probe positioning, and troubleshooting.
• Focused Content: Thorough yet concise sections on LV systolic and diastolic function, valve assessment, and transesophageal echocardiography (TEE).
• Highly Portable: Designed for quick, on-the-go reference—ideal for cardiology and anesthesia fellows, cardiac sonographers, residents, attendings, and critical care physicians.

Enhanced eBook Features:

• Access the full text and images on your tablet, smartphone, or online.
• Use powerful search tools, cross-links, and note-sharing functions for an interactive learning experience.
• Highlight key sections, bookmark favorite pages, and quickly navigate through content for instant answers.

Whether you’re reviewing for exams or managing patients in the cath lab, ICU, or echo suite, The Washington Manual® of Echocardiography, Second Edition is the definitive quick-reference guide for mastering echocardiography in everyday clinical practice.