A Simplified Approach to Left Ventricular Torsion

Authors

  • Aaron A Phillips University of British Columbia
  • Anita T Cote University of British Columbia
  • Darren E.R. Warburton University of British Columbia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v3i2.56

Keywords:

Physiology, Medicine, Ultrasound

Abstract

Recent technological advancements have provided greater insight into left ventricular mechanics, in particular left ventricular rotation (torsion and untwisting). The measurement of left ventricular rotation provides great insight into various conditions. For instance, left ventricular rotation appears to be a more sensitive marker of cardiac (mal)adaptations to different conditions such as diabetes and aging in comparison to conventional global markers.

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Published

2011-03-07

How to Cite

Phillips, A. A., Cote, A. T., & Warburton, D. E. (2011). A Simplified Approach to Left Ventricular Torsion. The Health & Fitness Journal of Canada, 3(2), 4–12. https://doi.org/10.14288/hfjc.v3i2.56

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SYSTEMATIC OR NARRATIVE REVIEWS