Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
2869152 Annales de Cardiologie et d'Angéiologie 2011 8 Pages PDF
Abstract
LV twist is increased in severe AS with preserved LVEF, compensating the impairment of systolic longitudinal function. However, above a certain threshold LV twist deteriorates, attesting the failure of the compensatory mechanisms, leading to advanced diastolic dysfunction and symptom onset.
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