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Evaluation of Left Ventricular Structure and Function using 3D Echocardiography
Published on: October 28, 2020
Echocardiographic quantification of left ventricular mass: prognostic implications
Rajiv S Swamy1, Roberto M Lang
1University of Chicago Medical Center, 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 5084, Chicago, IL 60637, USA. rajiv.swamy@uchospitals.edu
Current Cardiology Reports
|April 29, 2010
Summary
Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a cardiac risk factor, but lacks standardized monitoring. This review details current echocardiography methods for LVH detection and therapeutic targeting.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Imaging
Background:
- Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is an independent risk factor for cardiac and cerebrovascular events.
- Standardized quantification and monitoring of LVH regression remain challenging, limiting its clinical utility.
- Echocardiography is the primary tool for LVH assessment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a current appraisal of left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH).
- To highlight current clinical methods for accurate LVH detection.
- To discuss the prognostic implications of LVH and establish therapeutic targets.
Main Methods:
- Review of current echocardiographic techniques for LVH quantification.
- Analysis of established reference standards for LVH assessment.
- Evaluation of clinical data on LVH regression and its prognostic impact.
Main Results:
- Echocardiography offers improved quantification of LVH.
- Reference standards aid in determining the clinical significance of LVH regression.
- Accurate detection and monitoring are crucial for risk stratification.
Conclusions:
- Standardized LVH assessment is essential for clinical application.
- Echocardiography plays a vital role in managing LVH.
- Developing therapeutic targets for LVH regression is a key clinical goal.
