Three-Dimensional Rotation, Twist and Torsion Analyses Using Real-Time 3D Speckle Tracking Imaging: Feasibility, Reproducibility, and Normal Ranges in Pediatric Population.

The specific aim of this study was to evaluate the feasibility, reproducibility and maturational changes of LV rotation, twist and torsion variables by real-time 3D speckle-tracking echocardiography (RT3DSTE) in children.A prospective study was conducted in 347 consecutive healthy subjects (181 male...

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Main Authors: Li Zhang, Jing Zhang, Wei Han, Jun Gao, Lin He, Yali Yang, Ping Yin, Mingxing Xie, Shuping Ge
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2016-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4948847?pdf=render