Amr M Salem, Nihas R Mateti, Demilade Adedinsewo, Mutlu Demirer, Hossam Youssef, Bhrugun Anisetti, Md Manjurul Islam Shourav, Erik H Middlebrooks, James F Meschia, Thomas G Brott, Michelle P Lin
OBJECTIVES: Reduced cardiac outflow due to left ventricular hypertrophy has been suggested as a potential risk factor for development of cerebral white matter disease. Our study aimed to examine the correlation between left ventricular geometry and white matter disease volume to establish a clearer understanding of their relationship, as it is currently not well-established. METHODS: Consecutive patients from 2016 to 2021 who were ≥18 years and underwent echocardiography, cardiac MRI, and brain MRI within one year were included...
April 1, 2024: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases: the Official Journal of National Stroke Association