In this case study, Dr. Julia Aland demonstrates the cardiovascular imaging capabilities of Samsung’s V8 ultrasound system. The session highlights a real-time hands-on assessment of fetal cardiac anatomy and vascular structures, with a focus on image quality and clinical efficiency.
The study begins with a standard four-chamber and three-chamber cardiac view, followed by evaluation of mitral and aortic valve flow using color Doppler and CW Doppler. Advanced features like LumiFlow and MV-Flow are used to visualize macro- and microvascular blood flow in the heart and peripheral vessels.
Dr. Aland then activates AutoEF, a semi-automated tool for calculating left ventricular ejection fraction. By placing three key points—basal septal, basal lateral, and apex—the system automatically analyzes myocardial boundaries and calculates volumes and EF. The tool allows post-processing review and manual correction to ensure clinical accuracy.
The session also includes a detailed walkthrough of strain imaging, using multiple views (two-, three-, and four-chamber) to generate a complete bullseye map of segmental wall motion. Visual tools assist in tracking synchronization across myocardial segments.
This case demonstrates how the V8 system supports comprehensive cardiovascular ultrasound, combining automation, anatomical accuracy, and enhanced visualization for confident diagnosis and clinical efficiency.
For a quick overview of the feature, check out the Quick Guide to AutoEF .
