FEATURES: 1. A highly graphical reference to the recommended standards and nomenclature in adult two-dimensional (2D) transthoracic echocardiography. 2. An introductory guide to the basics in the performance and interpretation of the adult transthoracic echocardiography examination. ......... This booklet is the first in a series of introductory foundation topics in echocardiography. The aim is to foster optimal image acquisition and interpretation...