| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2850964 | American Heart Journal | 2008 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Digital echocardiography saline contrast studies have poor sensitivity for assessment of intracardiac shunts versus analog tape, and increasing clip length only modestly increases sensitivity. Joint Photographic Experts Group digital compression losses may be an important cause of failure to detect intracardiac shunts, including patent foramen ovale.
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Authors
Hind W. MD, Martin G. MD, Frank E. MD, Martin G. FRCP, FACC, Victor A. MD, Craig H. MD, Susan E. MD, FACC,