Atrial and ventricular strain using cardiovascular magnetic resonance in the prediction of outcomes of pericarditis patients: a pilot study

ConclusionLA reservoir and conduit mechanisms on CMR are independently associated with a higher risk of adverse pericardial events. Including atrial strain parameters in the management of acute pericarditis may improve risk stratification.Clinical relevance statementAtrial strain could be a suitable non-invasive and non-contrast cardiovascular magnetic resonance parameter for predicting adverse pericardial complications in patients with acute pericarditis.Key Points•Myocardial strain is a well-validated CMR parameter for risk stratification in cardiovascular diseases.•LA reservoir and conduit functions are significantly associated with adverse pericardial events.•Atrial strain may serve as an additional non-contrast CMR parameter for stratifying patients with acute pericarditis.
Source: European Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research