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Doppler-derived haemodynamics performed during admission echocardiography predict in-hospital mortality in cardiac intensive care unit patients.

Jacob Colin JentzerMeir TabiBrandon M WileyMichael J LanspaNandan S AnavekarJae K Oh
Published in: European heart journal. Acute cardiovascular care (2022)
Doppler-derived haemodynamic TTE parameters have a strong association with mortality in the CICU, particularly LVOT VTI <16 cm or mitral E/e' ratio >15. The incorporation of these simplified Doppler-derived haemodynamics into admission CV-POCUS facilitates early risk stratification and strengthens the clinical yield of the ultrasound exam.
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