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[[Image:LeftVentricle.jpg|200px|right|thumb|'''Example:''' Measurement end - Diastolic wall thickness (red) + LV diameter (green)]] | [[Image:LeftVentricle.jpg|200px|right|thumb|'''Example:''' Measurement end - Diastolic wall thickness (red) + LV diameter (green)]] | ||
Each echocardiogram is an evaluation of the LV dimensions, wall thicknesses and | Each echocardiogram is an evaluation of the LV dimensions, wall thicknesses and function. | ||
Good and measurements are essential and may have implications for therapy. The LV dimensions must be measured as the end-diastolic and end-systolic valves (MV and AoV) are closed. Plax in The measurement is located in the basal portion of the LV by the chordae. | Good and measurements are essential and may have implications for therapy. The LV dimensions must be measured as the end-diastolic and end-systolic valves (MV and AoV) are closed. Plax in The measurement is located in the basal portion of the LV by the chordae. | ||