Strain of ascending aorta on cardiac magnetic resonance in 1,027 patients: relation with age, gender, and cardiovascular disease

Conclusion Differences in age, gender, and CVD independently affect AAS. The lower AAS observed in ToF fosters its assessment during follow-up in adulthood. Future studies on causes and clinical implications of a higher AAS in females affected with ToF are warranted.
Source: European Journal of Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research