Wilkins criteria

Wilkins criteria are a set of guidelines used during heart ultrasound tests (echocardiograms) to assess the quality of heart valve images. They help doctors determine how well they can see the valves and their movement. The criteria consider four factors: how clearly the valve structures are visible, how well the ultrasound captures blood flow, the clarity of the valve's motion, and overall image quality. Scoring these factors helps clinicians decide if the images are good enough for accurate diagnosis or if additional testing is needed.