Analysis of the relationship between the amplitude of aortic wall motion and heart function

ConclusionBecause E/e ’ correlated with AMAW in patients with an EF of <  60% or ≥ 60%, AMAW might be an indicator of left atrial pressure elevation. Moreover, because AMAW correlated with baPWV in patients with an EF of ≥ 60%, changes in the restricted left atrial volume might influence diastolic dysfunction. AMAW may be related to cardiac and vessel funct ions.
Source: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics - Category: Radiology Source Type: research