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A10
The answer is D. D. A higher index means better function
The myocardial performance index is calculated as follows:
MPI = ICT + IVRT/SEP. A lower index therefore means better function. The calculation is independent of geometry and combined measures of both systolic and diastolic (relaxation time) function. It can be used to assess both right and left sided function.
LV function
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