Table 3.
Coefficients of variation (CV) between repeated measurements by the same (Intra-observer) and two (Inter-observer) observers in 5 pigs
| Echocardiographic index | Intra-observer | Inter-observer |
|---|---|---|
| CV (%) | CV (%) | |
| Modified Simpson’s | ||
| Ejection fraction | 8.2 | 10.4 |
| End-diastolic volume | 2.5 | 6.4 |
| End-systolic volume | 4.7 | 10.9 |
| Cylinder hemiellipsoid | ||
| Ejection fraction | 9.3 | 10.4 |
| End-diastolic volume | 1.9 | 10.3 |
| End-systolic volume | 2.5 | 6.4 |