What is it about?
In an older multiethnic cohort, we assessed the changes of LV structure over time. Also we investigated its risk factors of LV mass progression
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Why is it important?
Limited data exist on modifiable predictors of LVH progression in older adults. and LVH predicts Heart Failure in the future. HF is one of the largest burden among the older adults as well as their potential caregivers.
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LV mass (LVM) increased and LV geometry worsened in over 30% of participants. Predictors of LVM increase were baseline LVM, hypertension, BMI, and central obesity. Central obesity remained associated with LVM progression after adjustment for BMI.
Dr Tetz Cheng-Che Lee
Columbia University
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This page is a summary of: Changes in Left Ventricular Mass and Geometry in the Older Adults: Role of Body Mass and Central Obesity, Journal of the American Society of Echocardiography, July 2019, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.echo.2019.05.018.
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