Right ventricular hemodynamics and performance in relation to perfusion during first year after heart transplantation

ConclusionsNormalization of left and right atrial filling pressures is demonstrated within the first 3 to 6  months after HTx. RV function and RV perfusion reserve correlated and gradually improved during the first year after HTx but RV function remained reduced in HTx patients compared with healthy controls.

Source: ESC Heart Failure - July 17, 2021 Category: Cardiology Authors: Tor Skibsted Clemmensen, Steen Hvitfeldt Poulsen, Brian Bridal L øgstrup, Kamilla Pernille Bjerre, Lars Poulsen Tolbod, Hendrik J. Harms, Jens Sörensen, Hans Eiskjær Tags: Original Research Article Source Type: research