Heart imaging showdown: which window wins for kids?

NCT ID NCT04099810

First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 18, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looked at 50 children to see which heart ultrasound view (apical or subcostal) gives more accurate measurements of the right heart's size and function. Researchers compared both methods to the gold-standard MRI. The goal is to improve how doctors assess right heart health in kids without needing extra tests.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Boston Children's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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