A novel clinical method for quantification of regional left ventricular pressure–strain loop area: a non-invasive index of myocardial work

Abstract

The novel non-invasive method for regional LV pressure-strain loop area corresponded well with invasive measurements and with directly measured myocardial work and it reflected myocardial metabolism. This method for assessment of regional work may be of clinical interest for several patients groups, including LV dyssynchrony and ischaemia.