| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2901934 | Chest | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Progressive RV failure in PAH is associated with a parallel decline in longitudinal and transverse shortening until a floor effect is reached for longitudinal shortening. A further reduction of RV function is due to progressive leftward septal displacement. Because transverse shortening incorporates both free wall and septum movements, this parameter can be used to monitor the decline in RV function in end-stage PAH.
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Authors
Gert-Jan MSc, Taco MD, J. Tim PhD, Harm-Jan MD, PhD, Mariëlle MD, Pieter E. MD, PhD, FCCP, Anco MD, PhD, Nico PhD, Anton MD, PhD,