Echocardiographic Updates in the Assessment of Cardiomyopathy

Purpose of review: This review aims to provide an updated overview of the role of echocardiography in the assessment of cardiomyopathies, highlighting recent findings and technological advancements.

Recent findings: Over the past few years, significant advancements in echocardiographic techniques have improved diagnostic accuracy and provided important prognostic value in the assessment of cardiomyopathies. Cardiomyopathy is a group of diseases affecting the heart muscle. Echocardiography, a non-invasive imaging modality provides crucial information on cardiac structure, function, and hemodynamics. Recent advancements, including strain imaging, speckle-tracking, and 3D echocardiography enhance the precision of structural and functional assessments, while artificial intelligence integration improves diagnostic accuracy and workflow efficiency. These advancements not only refine diagnostic capabilities but also provide prognostic insights and facilitate better patient outcomes.