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Last reviewed 01/2018

Left parasternal

• views of the long and short axes of the heart can be obtained
• the path from atria -> ventricles -> outflow tracts can be examined

Apical

• gives a four chambered view of the long axis

Subcostal

• gives a four chambered view of the short axis
• visualises atrial septum and the L and R venous return

Transoesophageal

• for the examination of the aorta and left atrium