How do I pick a transducer, and how do I use it?

The parasternal short axis view (PSAX) is a very common view in echocardiography and allows you to take a look at the left ventricular function. Here you will learn how to get this view and what structures you can see in it.

Echocardiography is an artform of fine movements of the transducer in your hands an fingers. In this clip, Prof. Thomas Binder, MD shows you the very basic movements that allow you to image the heart.

Every patient's body is different, but there are a few characteristics you can use to find the spot for a good image more quickly.