P.54 Biomarkers and Haemodynamic Predictors of Left Atrial Strain in Early Hypertension

Background: In the early stages of atrial remodeling, increased aortic stiffness might indicate atrial fibrosis. Objective: This study aimed to investigate the association between left atrial (LA) mechanical function, assessed by two-dimensional speckle tracking echocardiography and aortic stiffnes...

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Main Authors: Maryam Bukhamseen, Nada Al-Saileek, Ahmed Al-Saileek, Mohammad Ghormalla Ghamdi, Tahlil Wasame, Ahmed Omran, Azra Mahmud
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-12-01
Series:Artery Research
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Online Access:https://www.atlantis-press.com/article/125950092/view