Obst | Conquering complex fetal cardiac anomalies
Tracks
Central A | Siemens Healthineers
Obstetrics
| Friday, May 29, 2026 |
| 4:00 PM - 4:50 PM |
| Central Rm A | Ground Floor | Siemens Healthineers |
Overview
Dr Kate Russo
Speaker
Dr Kate Russo
Senior Lecturer / O+G Specialist Sonographer
CQ University / SAMI WCH Campus
Conquering complex fetal cardiac anomalies
4:00 PM - 4:50 PMPresentation Synopsis / Abstract
The assessment of complex fetal cardiac anomalies requires advanced technical skill, adaptability, and a structured scanning approach that extends beyond standard structural evaluation. This live scanning demonstration will showcase real time strategies for approaching challenging fetal cardiac findings, including both structural and rhythm abnormalities.
Through live demonstration, participants will observe how a systematic cardiac examination can be expanded to further interrogate suspected abnormalities in structure and function. Emphasis will be placed on recognising abnormal cardiac anatomy, understanding spatial and functional relationships, and selecting appropriate assessment approaches to achieve diagnostic clarity in complex cases. The demonstration will incorporate approaches to evaluating fetal cardiac rhythm and function when these contribute to understanding complex cardiac presentations.
This advanced practice session will provide practical tips and clinical insights to support sonographers in confidently evaluating complex fetal cardiac structure and rhythm and improving diagnostic confidence in challenging cases.
Through live demonstration, participants will observe how a systematic cardiac examination can be expanded to further interrogate suspected abnormalities in structure and function. Emphasis will be placed on recognising abnormal cardiac anatomy, understanding spatial and functional relationships, and selecting appropriate assessment approaches to achieve diagnostic clarity in complex cases. The demonstration will incorporate approaches to evaluating fetal cardiac rhythm and function when these contribute to understanding complex cardiac presentations.
This advanced practice session will provide practical tips and clinical insights to support sonographers in confidently evaluating complex fetal cardiac structure and rhythm and improving diagnostic confidence in challenging cases.
Biography
Dr Kate Russo |
CQ University / SAMI WCH Campus
Kate Russo is a Senior Lecturer in Medical Sonography with Central Queensland University and a Specialist O+G Sonographer / Advanced Clinical Educator with SAMI at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide. With more than 25 years of sonography experience, she has expertise in fetal medicine and fetal echocardiography. Kate began her career in Brisbane before spending several years in the UK, returning to Adelaide in 2009 to continue advancing high‑quality obstetric sonography.
She is a passionate advocate for the sonography profession, focusing on person‑centred care and communication, and continual improvement in clinical practice. Kate is a Director of Through the Unexpected, supporting and advocating for families facing an unexpected prenatal diagnosis.
She serves on the ASA Sonographer Policy and Advocacy Committee and Clinical Supervisors Committee and is actively involved in research to improve quality of care and patient outcomes. In 2024, she was named SA Sonographer of the Year by the ASA.
