2022 Fetal Echocardiography: Normal and Abnormal Hearts

Overview

The “2022 Fetal Echocardiography: Normal and Abnormal Hearts” course provides a comprehensive and up-to-date review of fetal cardiac imaging, focusing on both normal development and a wide spectrum of cardiac abnormalities. Designed for healthcare professionals involved in maternal-fetal medicine, pediatric cardiology, ultrasound, and obstetrics, this course covers the latest guidelines, best practices, and cutting-edge techniques for accurate diagnosis and management of fetal heart conditions. Through expert-led presentations, real-life case scenarios, and interactive discussions, learners will refine their skills in fetal echocardiography imaging, diagnosis, counseling, and patient care. Experience world-class medical learning — accessible anytime, anywhere.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Discuss indications for fetal echocardiography and review existing clinical guidelines alongside approaches to patient counseling.
• Optimize ultrasound equipment for 2D and Doppler modalities in fetal cardiac assessment.
• Identify and describe the normal fetal cardiac anatomy.
• Recognize and describe abnormalities of the fetal cardiac venous system.
• Analyze anomalies of the cardiac chambers, including septal defects and ventricular abnormalities.
• Evaluate outflow tract anomalies, including transposition of the great arteries, tetralogy of Fallot complex, and aortic arch malformations.

Topics

• Fetal Echocardiography: How to Obtain the Best Image
• Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy: The Cardiac Chambers
• How to Screen for Congenital Heart Disease in the First & Second Trimester
• New National Guidelines for Fetal Echocardiography
• Just Images & Movie Clips: Do You Know the Diagnosis?
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 1: Atrial and Ventricular Septal Defects
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 2: Atrioventricular Septal Defects
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 3: Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome & Critical Aortic Stenosis
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 4: Abnormal Right Ventricle (Tricuspid Atresia, Ebstein Anomaly, Pulmonary Atresia with Intact Septum)
• Case Presentation I: Venous Anomalies
• Anomalies of the Cardiac Chambers 5: Single Ventricle-Type Congenital Heart Disease
• Systemic Fetal Venous Malformations: A Standardized Approach to Diagnosis
• Fetal Ectopy and Tachyarrhythmias: Diagnosis & Management
• Case Presentation II: Fetal Echo and Maternal Fetal Medicine Management
• Case Presentation III: Fetal Arrhythmias
• Panel Discussion – Question and Answer Session: The Cardiac Chambers & Cardiac Rhythm
• Tips & Tricks of Fetal Echocardiography
• Normal Fetal Cardiac Anatomy: The Three Vessel Trachea View
• Optimal Approach to Counseling for Fetal Congenital Heart Disease
• Genetic Aspects of Congenital Heart Disease
• Just Images & Movie Clips: Do You Know the Diagnosis?
• The Use of 3D/4D Ultrasound in Fetal Cardiac Imaging
• Anomalies of Great Vessels 1: Transposition of Great Vessels
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 2: Tetralogy of Fallot
• Anomalies of the Great Vessels 3: Aortic Arch Abnormalities
• Case Presentation IV: Fetal Cardiac Rhythm: Hidden Dangers
• Anomalies of Pulmonary Venous Return
• Bradyarrhythmias and Long QT Syndrome
• Treating Cardiac Conditions before Birth
• Case Presentation V: Complex Cardiac Anomalies
• Case Presentation VI: Parameters of Fetal Cardiac Function
• Panel Discussion – Question and Answer Session: Normal Anatomy, Arrhythmias and Interventions
• Update on Management of Pregnancies with Sjogren’s Antibodies
• Situs Abnormalities: Heterotaxy Syndromes and Situs Inversus
• Prenatal Evaluation of Cardiac Function
• Cardiac Imaging in Early Gestation
• New Doppler Mode for Microvasculature Evaluation
• Just Images of the Fetal Heart: Can You Make the Diagnosis
• Case Presentation VII: The Three Vessel View

Target Audience

This course is ideal for healthcare professionals committed to excellence in fetal cardiac imaging, diagnosis, and management, including:

• Maternal-fetal medicine specialists
• Pediatric cardiologists
• Obstetricians and gynecologists
• Sonographers and ultrasound technologists
• Radiologists
• Residents and fellows in related specialties
• Other professionals involved in prenatal diagnosis and care

Speakers

Tracy L. Anton, BS, RDMS, RDCS

Julia E. Solomon, MDCM, FACOG

Elena Sinkovskaya, M.D., Ph.D.

Edgar Jaeggi, M.D., FRCP(C)

Jack Rychik, M.D.

Bettina F. Cuneo, M.D.

Alfred Abuhamad, M.D.

Faculty

Each presenter is an accomplished expert in fetal echocardiography and related clinical fields, sharing evidence-based insights and best practices to support learners in achieving the highest standards of fetal cardiac care.

Educational content only. Not medical advice.