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17.11.2021 | Special Feature: Review Article

How to standardize measurement of global longitudinal strain

verfasst von: Tomoko Negishi, Kazuaki Negishi

Erschienen in: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics | Ausgabe 1/2022

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Abstract

Global longitudinal strain (GLS) is a robust and sensitive marker of left-ventricular systolic function, reflecting longitudinal shortening of the ventricle. A growing body of evidence indicates its superiority in identifying subclinical, early alterations in cardiac function compared to traditional markers, such as ejection fraction. Therefore, there is a growing demand to assess GLS in clinical settings, but limited availability on how to obtain GLS accurately and appropriately in the current literature. This review summarizes key aspects of GLS measurement, including image acquisition, post-processing, and training/experience needed to facilitate the clinical implication with standardization.
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Metadaten
Titel
How to standardize measurement of global longitudinal strain
verfasst von
Tomoko Negishi
Kazuaki Negishi
Publikationsdatum
17.11.2021
Verlag
Springer Singapore
Erschienen in
Journal of Medical Ultrasonics / Ausgabe 1/2022
Print ISSN: 1346-4523
Elektronische ISSN: 1613-2254
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10396-021-01160-9

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