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New insights in LV torsion for the selection of cardiac resynchronisation therapy candidates

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Recent literature indicates that torsion of the left ventricle (LV) is a promising predictor for response to cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT). Among patients with severe heart failure, 45 to 75% of patients show rigid body rotation, where the base and apex rotate in the same direction, instead of normal, opposite rotation. The occurrence of this phenomenon seems to be a good indicator for response to CRT. From this review, it can be concluded that LV torsion might be a welcome addition to current selection criteria.

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  1. Department of Clinical Physics, Hagaziekenhuis, Postbus 40551, 2504 LN, Den Haag, the Netherlands

    I. K. Rüssel

  2. Afdeling cardiologie, Hagaziekenhuis, Leyweg 275, 2545 CH, Den Haag, the Netherlands

    M. J. W. Götte

  3. Afdeling instrumentele dienst klinische fysica, Hagaziekenhuis, Leyweg 275, 2545 CH, Den Haag, the Netherlands

    I. K. Rüssel

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Rüssel, I.K., Götte, M.J.W. New insights in LV torsion for the selection of cardiac resynchronisation therapy candidates. Neth Heart J 19, 386–391 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12471-011-0136-y

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