Table 5.
Comparison of 2D longitudinal strain in different RV segments before and after BMV in patients with severe MS.
| Peak systolic strain (%) | Pre-BMV (mean ± SD) | Post BMV (mean ± SD) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basal septum | −11.63 ± 6.63 | −14.92 ± 6.34 | 0.011 |
| Mid septum | −9.31 ± 5.69 | −13.09 ± 5.21 | 0.002 |
| Apical septum | −13.75 ± 5.32 | −16.37 ± 5.24 | 0.005 |
| Basal RV free wall | −19.35 ± 14.10 | −25.84 ± 17.06 | 0.062 |
| Mid RV free wall | −17.84 ± 11.33 | −20.00 ± 11.99 | 0.262 |
| Apical RV free wall | −13.53 ± 11.33 | −15.71 ± 13.89 | 0.419 |
| Global RV | −9.07 ± 4.70 | −11.24 ± 4.24 | 0.026 |