| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9153678 | American Heart Journal | 2005 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
There is a high prevalence of diastolic dysfunction in asymptomatic patients after mediastinal irradiation, and the presence of diastolic dysfunction is associated with stress-induced ischemia and a worse prognosis. Screening with Doppler echocardiography may be helpful in identifying patients at risk for subsequent cardiac events.
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Authors
Paul A. MD, Steven L. MD, Randall H. MD, Byron K. MD, Ingela MD,