Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a complex condition defined by
progressive airflow limitation in response to noxious stimuli, inflammation, and vascular …

Objectives: The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between right atrial
volume index (RAVI) and right ventricular (RV) systolic and diastolic function, as well as long …

Background Increased right ventricular afterload leads to left ventricular diastolic dysfunction
due to ventricular interdependence. Increased right ventricular afterload is frequently …

Several studies have shown that the interaction between chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease (COPD) and cardiovascular comorbidity is complex and bidirectional, since each of …

In pulmonary hypertension right ventricular pressure overload leads to abnormal left
ventricular (LV) diastolic function. Acute high-altitude exposure is associated with hypoxia …

Aims Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cardiovascular diseases are
thought to be linked through various factors. We aimed to assess the relationship between …

BACKGROUND: The effects of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) on right
ventricular (RV) systolic and diastolic functions and left ventricular (LV) diastolic function …

As the evaluation of diastolic function can be complex in the setting of a busy cardiac
operating room, its assessment may benefit from an algorithmic approach using …

Lung diseases are amongst the main healthcare issues in the general population, having a
high burden of morbidity and mortality. The cardiovascular system has a key role in patients …

Background Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common entity in clinical
practice. Development of right ventricular hypertrophy and eventual right side heart failure is …