Cardiac MRI assessment of the right ventricle pre-and post-kidney transplant
In conclusion, there were no significant changes in RV mass, volumes, or systolic function 12 months after KT, as compared with continuation of dialysis. The associations between RV and LV remodeling may suggest similar underlyi ng pathophysiologic mechanisms.
Source: The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging - Category: Radiology Source Type: research
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