Abstract:Non-invasive screenings have been widely utilized in the United States and worldwide to provide early identification of cardiovascular disease, allowing for earlier diagnosis and treatment. Screening sonography detects valve disease, cardiac dysfunction, and carotid disease in 5% to 20% of the population. This review discusses the current data regarding cardiovascular screening, the methodologies, and the resources required for performance of screenings. Cardiac and carotid sonography is highly accurate and di… Show more
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