Assessment of right atrium dysfunction in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome using velocity vector imaging
Abstract Background and Objectives This study aimed to assess the changes of RA function in patients with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) using velocity vector imaging (VVI) and to evaluate the application of VVI technology. Methods According to the apnea–hypopnea index (AHI), 71 patients wi...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-12-01
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Series: | Cardiovascular Ultrasound |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12947-018-0150-y |