Comparison of the obtained results of 3D versus 2D echocardiography regarding the function of the left atrium in the population without cardiovascular disease

Abstract

Based on the results, we can draw the following conclusions: 1. EF value of the LA in 2D echocardiography in people with no signs of cardiovascular disease in 2D as well as 3D echocardiography, is above 41%; 2. The LA volume value in 2D echocardiography is 34.09 ml/m 2 and is the range of proposed normal values in the literature; 3. Cutt up value for 2D GLS of LA in our study is 38.7%, and corresponds with the proposed GLS values of 36.2% in literature; 4. Cut off value in the normal functioning of LA in 3D GLS in our study is 21.5%. Starting from this the GLS value of LA in 3D, should be above 21%, for persons that have a normal heart functioning; 5. This differs from the values of 2D GLS of LA from 36.2% which is proposed for the normal function of LA which is analyzed with the 2D method.