The STI estimation of LVtor is concordant with those analyzed by tagged MRI (data derived from tissue displacement) and also showed good agreement with those by DTI (data derived from tissue velocity). Ultrasound STI is a promising new method to assess LV torsional deformation and may make the assessment more available in clinical and research cardiology.

A strong association exists between degree of SICAD and myocardial scarring seen on CMR.

In patients with ICM and severely reduced LVEF, a greater extent of myocardial scar, delineated by DHE-CMR is associated with increased mortality or the need for cardiac transplantation, potentially aiding further risk-stratification.

Patients with HCM with abnormal PM have a higher degree of resting LVOT gradient, which is independent of septal thickness.

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