The improvement of LV short-axis function but not long-axis function or torsion contributes to the improvement in LV global function and geometry at three-month follow up. A relatively preserved mean epsilon-circum of >or=6.5% might be useful to predict favourable responses after CRT.
SLE patients have subclinical long and short-axis dysfunctions. Regular monitoring of cardiac function by tissue Doppler echocardiography may be indicated for patients who had SLE for >10 years, frequent flare or when arterial stiffening is demonstrated.
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