Key result
Automated M-mode echocardiography defines neonatal reference dynamics and demonstrates equivalent biventricular cavity function.
Why the study?
A complete analysis of the echocardiogram in the normal newborn was lacking to provide normal ranges of septal and ventricular wall dynamics and cardiac function.
Cross-Sectional (n=50)
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Provides normative neonatal ventricular data; leaves open validation in disease states before clinical use.
Sutton et al. (1978) conducted a cross-sectional in Normal newborns (n=50). Computer analysis of the M-mode echocardiogram was evaluated on Wall thicknesses, chamber size, and assessment of right and left ventricular wall, septal, and cavity dynamics. Computer analysis of the M-mode echocardiogram in 50 normal newborns established normal ranges for septal and ventricular wall dynamics and showed similar right and left ventricular cavity functions.
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