A2 Refereed review article in a scientific journal
Molecular Imaging to Monitor Left Ventricular Remodeling in Heart Failure
Authors: Ylä-Herttuala Elias, Saraste Antti, Knuuti Juhani, Liimatainen Teppo, Ylä-Herttuala Seppo
Publisher: SPRINGER
Publication year: 2019
Journal: Current Cardiovascular Imaging Reports
Journal name in source: CURRENT CARDIOVASCULAR IMAGING REPORTS
Journal acronym: CURR CARDIOVASC IMAG
Article number: ARTN 11
Volume: 12
Issue: 11
Number of pages: 13
ISSN: 1941-9066
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12410-019-9487-3
Web address : https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12410-019-9487-3
Self-archived copy’s web address: https://research.utu.fi/converis/portal/detail/Publication/39778363
Purpose of Review: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of deaths worldwide. Many complex cellular and molecular pathways lead to myocardial remodeling after ischemic insults. Anatomy, function, and viability of the myocardium can be assessed by modern medical imaging techniques by both visualizing and quantifying damages. Novel imaging techniques aim for a precise and accurate visualization of the myocardium and for the detection of alternations at the molecular level.
Recent Findings: Magnetic resonance imaging assesses anatomy, function, and tissue characterization of the myocardium non-invasively with high spatial resolution, sensitivity, and specificity. Using hyperpolarized magnetic resonance imaging, molecular and metabolic conditions can be assessed non-invasively. Single photon-emission tomography and positron-emission tomography are the most sensitive techniques to detect biological processes in the myocardium. Cardiac perfusion, metabolism, and viability are the most common clinical targets. In addition, molecular-targeted imaging of biological processes involved in heart failure, such as myocardial innervation, inflammation, and extracellular matrix remodeling, is feasible.
Summary: Novel imaging techniques can provide a precise and accurate visualization of the myocardium and for the detection of alternations at molecular level.
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