Preserved right ventricular function but increased right atrial contractile demand in altitude-induced pulmonary hypertension

ConclusionActive and rapid ascent of healthy individuals to 4559  m is associated with an increased contractile performance of the RA that compensates for the increased workload of the RV.

Source: The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging - March 8, 2020 Category: Radiology Source Type: research