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Conclusions
Although RVFAC, TAPSE, FTWM and FLWM were significantly related to CMRI-derived-RVEF, all four echo-derived parameters of RV systolic function showed a low sensitivity for predicting a deterioration in CMRI-derived RVEF during follow-up. Therefore, RVFAC, TAPSE, FTWM and FLWN are not suitable for the serial assessment of RV systolic function in patients with precapillary PH.
