In cardiac ultrasound, RV free wall motion refers to the contractility and movement of the right ventricle’s free wall. This assessment is crucial for evaluating right ventricular function, which can be impaired in conditions like pulmonary hypertension, right ventricular infarction, or volume overload. Observing its kinetic patterns helps diagnose cardiac pathologies.
Accurate assessment of RV free wall motion through echocardiography is essential for clinical decision-making. Abnormal motion, such as hypokinesis (reduced movement) or akinesis (absent movement), indicates underlying cardiovascular disease, aiding cardiologists and sonographers in comprehensive patient evaluation and management.