Does global longitudinal speckle-tracking strain predict left ventricular remodeling in patients with myocardial infarction? a systematic review

ABSTRACT

Introduction: Left ventricular remodeling is a relatively prevalent complication of acute myocardial infarction [AMI], and it is associated with higher rates of medical issues and mortality. Left ventricle ejection fraction [LVEF] and wall motion score index [WMSI] are unable to detect accurately minor lesions following AMI. Global longitudinal strain [GLS], which is obtained through 2D-speckle tracking echocardiography [2D-STE], provides an angle-dependent measurement by which the infarcted area can be assessed as a means of identifying potential dysfunction. The main objective of this study was to evaluate whether GLS could adequately predict LV remodeling in AMI patients