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Repeatability of global myocardial function parameters post pacemaker implantation

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: Quantitative measurement of patient response to CRT includes reverse remodeling of the left ventricle. Usually this is measured by a >15% reduction in end-systolic left ventricular volume at 3 months post CRT. Two-dimensional echocardiography has been the primary modality used for this endpoint. There is an interest in using MRI to evaluate response because of its superior image quality, resolution and reproducibility compared to echo. However, the image quality and reproducibility of CMR in patient with dual chamber pacemakers is unknown.

Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance

DOI: 10.1186/1532-429x-11-s1-p281

Authors: Jana G Delfino, Jack A Talsma, Edward T Martin, David A Sandler, John N Oshinski

Institutions: Emory University, Oklahoma Heart Institute, Georgia Institute of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Cardiac pacing and defibrillation studies

Subfield: Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,000