Left Ventricular Noncompaction: Diagnostic Approach, Prognostic Evaluation, and Management Strategies. Issue 3 (May 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Di Fusco, Stefania Angela; Lucà, Fabiana; Madeo, Andrea; Massimiliano Rao, Carmelo; Iorio, Annamaria; Rizzo, Massimiliano; Dalila Luisella Delcre, Sara; Colivicchi, Furio; Gabrielli, Domenico; Paolo Pino, Giuseppe; Massimo Gulizia, Michele
• Is Part Of: Cardiology in review. Volume 28:Issue 3(2020)
• Publication Date: 2020-05
• Subjects: left ventricular noncompaction -- cardiomyopathy -- diagnosis -- prognosis -- multimodality imaging -- functional cardiac evaluation; Cardiology -- Periodicals; 616.12
• DOI: 10.1097/CRD.0000000000000251
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1061-5377

Abstract

Abstract : Left ventricular noncompaction cardiomyopathy is a heart disease with relevant potential complications including heart failure, life-threatening arrhythmias, and embolic events. In order to prevent adverse outcomes, it is crucial to appropriately recognize and manage this cardiomyopathy. In this paper, we report the main clinical presentations and imaging modalities used for diagnosis, including echocardiography and magnetic resonance imaging. We highlight the role of a comprehensive functional cardiac evaluation and the possible prognostic implications of both systolic and diastolic dysfunction. Furthermore, we summarize clinical factors and imaging findings which have prognostic significance. Finally, we discuss the main management strategies based on phenotypic expressions which are aimed at treating symptoms and preventing complications.