Key result
Dysfunctional but viable myocardium, characterized by stunning or hibernation, represents reversible left ventricular contraction impairment related to abnormal myocardial perfusion.
Design
Review
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Recognizes reversible LV impairment in viable myocardium; leaves open prospective trials to guide revascularization decisions.
This review outlines the pathophysiological concepts of myocardial stunning and hibernation in the context of assessing myocardial viability.
Heiko Mahrholdt (2002) conducted a review in Dysfunctional viable myocardium. Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging was evaluated. Dysfunctional but viable myocardium, characterized by stunning or hibernation, represents reversible left ventricular contraction impairment related to abnormal myocardial perfusion.
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