Key result
2D echo outperforms M-mode in recognizing the site and extent of mitral annular calcification.
Why the study?
Mitral annular calcification established by fluoroscopy requires improved imaging techniques to determine its site and extent beyond M-mode echocardiography.
Does two-dimensional echocardiography improve the recognition and assessment of mitral annular calcification compared to M-mode echocardiography?
Case-Control (n=38)
Does two-dimensional echocardiography improve the recognition and assessment of mitral annular calcification compared to M-mode echocardiography?
Two-dimensional echocardiography is superior to M-mode echocardiography for recognizing and determining the spatial extent of mitral annular calcification.
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Supports two-dimensional echocardiography for mitral annular calcification assessment; leaves open effects on management or outcomes.
Kronzon et al. (1980) conducted a case-control in Mitral annular calcification (n=38). Two-dimensional echocardiography vs. M-mode echocardiography was evaluated on Recognition of site and extent of mitral annular calcification. Two-dimensional echocardiography established the site and extent of mitral annular calcification, proving superior to M-mode echocardiography for its recognition.
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