LEFT ATRIAL STRAIN BY SPECKLE TRACKING ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY IS NOT PREDICTED FUNCTIONAL CAPACITY IN HYPERTENSIVE POPULATION WITH PRESERVED SYSTOLIC FUNCTION AND NORMAL RESTING LEFT ATRIAL PRESSURE
Abstract Background: Hypertension is associated with diastolic dysfunction and impaired exercise capacity. LA has a substantial role to provides an optimal left ventricle diastolic filling. In this study, we aimed to assess the left atrial strain through STE as a predictor of functional capacity...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Indonesian Heart Association
2019-09-01
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Series: | Majalah Kardiologi Indonesia |
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Online Access: | http://ijconline.id/index.php/ijc/article/view/918 |