Community-based studies revealed a higher prevalence of LV systolic and diastolic dysfunction using the new echocardiographic imaging techniques. Future prospective studies will clarify the ...

Diastolic heart failure is defined clinically when signs and symptoms of heart failure are present in the presence of preserved left ventricular systolic function (ejection fraction >45%).

left ventricular hypertrophy or systolic dysfunction. If significant structural heart disease is present and the E/A ratio as well as the deceleration time appear normal, suspect a pseudonormal ...

In Stage D aortic regurgitation, systolic function may be normal (LVEF > 55%), or there may be mild-to-moderate (LVEF 40% to 55%) or severe left ventricular dysfunction (LVEF < 40%). (Otto CM ...

In a population with a history of heart failure plus renal insufficiency, diabetes, or left ventricular systolic dysfunction, the SGLT2 inhibitor reduced risk of the composite of death from any ...

EBR Systems, Inc. (ASX: EBR) has received FDA approval of the WiSE® System, which marks a significant leap forward in the treatment of heart failure. Unlike conventional CRT, the WiSE System is the ...

and echocardiography variables for predicting left ventricular systolic dysfunction in patients with isolated left ventricular dilation Session Date & Time: Saturday, March 29, 9:30 AM CDT ...

Adding Farxiga (dapagliflozin) to standard care significantly reduced the risk of death or worsening heart failure in older ...

HealthDay News — Subclinical cardiac dysfunction is associated with brain imaging markers of neurodegeneration, according to a study published in Neurology.