X-Ray Imaging, Intravascular Imaging, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance Imaging
The International Journal of Cardiovascular Imaging focuses on the study of cardiovascular diseases through various imaging methods.
Professor Thomas Hellmut Schindler, MD, PhD
Professor Christoph Gräni, Editor-in-Chief
Acute and chronic right ventricular (RV) failure is a critical yet often under-recognized condition associated with high morbidity and mortality. Advances in the understanding of RV physiology, as well as the pathophysiology and management of acute RV failure, have been significantly driven by research and clinical experience in conditions such as pulmonary embolism as well as congenital heart disease and pulmonary hypertension. Timely diagnosis relies on a comprehensive clinical assessment, including the evaluation of signs and symptoms, supported by cardiovascular imaging and invasive hemodynamic measurements.
This issue focuses on the latest advancements in cardiovascular imaging and hemodynamic assessment—both invasive and non-invasive—to enhance our understanding of right heart failure and pave the way for improved future treatments. Recent progress in imaging techniques, including advanced echocardiography, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computed tomography (CT), along with innovative invasive hemodynamic measurement methods, offers new insights into the pathophysiology and dynamic function of the right heart under various conditions.
These developments not only improve the diagnosis and monitoring of right heart failure but also serve as a foundation for novel therapeutic approaches. Particularly exciting is how these technologies enable more precise risk stratification and a more personalized approach to patient care.
We hope that the research findings and reviews presented in this issue will help bridge the gap between fundamental research and clinical practice. The ultimate goal is to deepen our understanding of right heart failure and contribute to the development of innovative, effective treatments for this challenging condition.
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