ASD (Atrial Septal Defect) and VSD (Ventricular Septal Defect) detection in cardiac ultrasound involves identifying abnormal openings in the heart’s septa. These congenital heart defects allow blood to shunt between the atria or ventricles, impacting blood flow and potentially leading to heart strain. Echocardiography is the primary non-invasive tool for diagnosing ASDs and VSDs, visualizing the defects and assessing their hemodynamic significance.
Medical ultrasound plays a crucial role in early diagnosis, allowing for timely intervention and improved patient outcomes. Sonographers utilize various views and Doppler techniques to precisely locate shunts, measure their size, and quantify blood flow, optimizing diagnostic accuracy for cardiac abnormalities.