Multimodality Imaging of Prosthetic Valves: Why, When, and How

GRAND ROUND OBJECTIVES

• Understand how to use multimodality imaging for assessing prosthetic valve function.
• Describe the strengths and pitfalls of echocardiography, cardiac CT & cardiac MRI for evaluating prosthetic valves.
• Recognize the role of multimodality imaging in the management of patients with prosthetic valves.

ACCREDITATION FOR CARDIOVASCULAR GRAND ROUNDS

The University of Washington School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Washington School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 36.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. (Each session is 1.0 credit)

To request disability accommodation, contact the Office of the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance of the event at 206-543-6450 (voice), 206-543-6452(TTY), 206-685-7264(FAX), dso@u.washington.edu.