Hypoperfusion of the left ventricle in the absence of changes in segmental contractility as observed through echocardiography by using microbubbles during dobutamine infusion
Abstract:time. With the recent development of intermittent harmonic imaging, it is possible to emit an ultrasound pulse every 1, 3, 5, 7 or more heartbeats, greatly decreasing the destruction of microbubbles and thus allowing evaluation of perfusion [2][3][4] .
Case ReportThis is the report of a 46-year-old businessman with a 3-month history of short term precordial burning at rest and occasionally at moderate exertion, without irradiation, and no other accompanying symptoms. He had a history of dislipidemia, had stopp… Show more
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