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Introduction to hemodynamic forces by echocardiography
Authors: Laenens Dorien, van der Bijl Pieter, Stassen Jan, Rossi Alessandro C, Pedrizzetti Gianni, Reiber Johan HC, Marsan Nina Ajmone, Bax Jeroen J
Publisher: Elsevier Ireland Ltd.
Publication year: 2023
Journal: International Journal of Cardiology
Journal name in source: International journal of cardiology
Journal acronym: Int J Cardiol
Volume: 370
First page : 442
Last page: 444
ISSN: 0167-5273
eISSN: 1874-1754
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijcard.2022.11.019
Web address : https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijcard.2022.11.019
Self-archived copy’s web address: https://research.utu.fi/converis/portal/detail/Publication/178801247
Hemodynamic force (HDF) analysis represents a novel approach to quantify intraventricular pressure gradients, responsible for blood flow. A new mathematical model allows the derivation of HDF parameters from routine transthoracic echocardiography, making this tool more accessible for clinical use. HDF analysis is considered the fluid dynamics correlate of deformation imaging and may be even more sensitive to detect mechanical abnormalities. This has the potential to add incremental clinical value, allowing earlier detection of pathology or immediate evaluation of response to treatment. In this article, the theoretical background and physiological patterns of HDF in the left ventricle are provided. In pathological situations, the HDF pattern might alter, which is illustrated with a case of ST segment elevation myocardial infarction and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy with typical left bundle branch block.
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