LV FUNCTION ONLY (rev. 06/23/2023)
Indications: Accurate determination of LV function (including EF) and/or mass – chemotherapy, valve disease
SEQUENCES
Localizer
Axial bright blood MBH chest
2 chamber CINE
Fake short axis CINE
4 chamber CINE
Short axis stack CINE
optional 3 chamber CINE
This protocol is used when only the most accurate measurement of left ventricular function is desired (chemotherapy, monitoring serial effect of valve dysfunction on LV performance, etc)
The KEY images are the SHORT AXIS STACK cine, so these must be high quality