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The left parasternal long axis is usually the first view of the echocardiographic examination. | The left parasternal long axis is usually the first view of the echocardiographic examination. | ||
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The following structures can be visualized with the PLAX: | The following structures can be visualized with the PLAX: | ||
==Schematic view== | ==Schematic view== | ||
Position of the transducer on the chest and schematic echocardiographic view | Position of the transducer on the chest and schematic echocardiographic view | ||
[[Image:echo_heart_parasternal_long_axis.jpg|thumb|Image showing the left parasternal long axis transection (PSLAX) of the heart by the ultrasound waves]][[Image:PLAXLynch.png|thumb]] | |||
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==Example== | ==Example== | ||