Intracardiac fluid dynamic analysis: available techniques and novel clinical applications
2024

Intracardiac Fluid Dynamics: Techniques and Applications

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Leo Isabella, Cersosimo Angelica, Ielapi Jessica, Sabatino Jolanda, Sicilia Federico, Strangio Antonio, Figliozzi Stefano, Torella Daniele, De Rosa Salvatore

Primary Institution: Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy

Hypothesis

The review aims to summarize the available evidence in the field of intracardiac fluid dynamics and its clinical applications.

Conclusion

Advanced imaging techniques for analyzing intracardiac fluid dynamics can provide new insights into cardiac function and disease.

Supporting Evidence

  • Intracardiac fluid dynamics analysis can help identify novel imaging biomarkers of cardiovascular disease.
  • Recent advances in imaging technologies have improved the ability to analyze dynamic flow patterns in vivo.
  • Understanding vortex formation may enhance the assessment of cardiac efficiency and mechanics.

Takeaway

This study looks at how blood flows in the heart and how new imaging techniques can help doctors understand heart problems better.

Methodology

The review synthesizes current knowledge on imaging techniques for analyzing intracardiac fluid dynamics.

Limitations

The integration of these techniques into routine clinical practice is limited due to cost, time, and the need for specialized expertise.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/s12872-024-04371-3

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