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Strain in echocardiography

Myocardial strain echocardiography has emerged as a valuable predictor of heart failure and other adverse cardiac outcomes.

Recognized for its value in early disease detection and heightened sensitivity over left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF), guidelines emphasize the importance of adding strain to regular reporting practices.

With this in mind, we’ve consolidated everything guidelines have suggested for strain into quick summaries that you can reference.

 

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