Diastolic dysfunction assessment by pulsed-wave and tissue Doppler imaging in diabetic patients with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Journal Title: Human & Veterinary Medicine - International Journal of the Bioflux Society - Year 2012, Vol 4, Issue 2
Abstract
Objective: The purpose of the study was to assess if nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in diabetic patients increases the risk and/or severity of diastolic dysfunction. Material and methods: 73 diabetic patients with NAFLD and a control group of 70 diabetic patients without NAFLD were studied. All patients had normal left ventricular systolic function and blood pressure values under medication. Left ventricular diastolic dysfunction was assessed by pulsed wave Doppler and tissue Doppler imaging, studying mitral inflow patterns and E wave, E’ wave velocities, E/A and E/E’ ratios. Results and conclusions: The frequency of diastolic dysfunction was significantly higher in diabetic patients with NAFLD versus controls, with a higher severity.
Authors and Affiliations
Adela Şerban, Flori Casoinic, Cătălina Bădău
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