Left ventricular diastolic function
- Left ventricular diastolic functionThe importance of systolic function can be understood on an…
- Relaxation of the left ventricleDiastolic function is determined by the efficiency of myocardial relaxation. The degree and velocity of relaxation are the key parameters. Ideally,…
- Assessment of diastolic function by echocardiographyMethods for evaluating left ventricular diastolic function have evolved considerably in the past two decades. Currently recommended methods evaluate left…
Regional Myocardial Contractile Function: Wall Motion Abnormalities
Systolic ventricular function is one of the strongest predictors of total and cardiovascular mortality. Previous chapters have discussed several methods for…
Left ventricular diastolic function
The importance of systolic function can be understood on an…