Impact of the MitraClip Procedure on Left Atrial Strain and Strain Rate [Valvular Heart Disease]

Conclusions— Changes seen in LA seem to depend on baseline LA and LV function. Changes in LA after MR reduction may reflect a decrease in LA expansion but may also be influenced by the degree of pre-existing LA dysfunction. Clinical Trial Registration— URL: https://www.clinicaltrials.gov. Unique identifier: NCT00209274.
Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Imaging - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Valvular Heart Disease, Echocardiography, Imaging Source Type: research