Beneath the Surface

Synopsis
Describes the basic principles of ultrasound and its applications in the form of echocardiography. Illustrative examples of this method of diagnosis are given e.g. Aneurysm left-ventricle - pericardial effusion. The advantages and limitations of the method are shown. A single patient is followed in detail with an explanation by a consultant cardiologist and radiographer.
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Film; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 16 min.
Technical information
Black-and-white / Sound
Year of production
1979
Availability
Free loan to members
Uses
Undergraduates, postgraduates, GPs. *BMA/BLAT
Subjects
Medical sciences
Keywords
cardiology; echocardiography; heart; ultrasound

Credits

Director
Robert Carter
Producer
Richard Melling

Distribution Formats

Type
Film
Format
16mm

Production Company

Name

Holmes Associates

Distributor

Name

BMA Film and Video Library

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