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Table 3 LV ejection fraction based on estimation of PSE images (n = 71)

From: The utility of pocket-sized echocardiography to assess left ventricular systolic function prior to permanent pacemaker implantation

LV ejection fraction

Sonographic Trainee n (%)

Echocardiologist n (%)

Normal (>50%)

60 (85%)

58 (82%)

Mild dysfunction (40-50%)

6 (8%)

3 (4%)

Moderate dysfunction (30-40%)

2 (3%)

2 (3%)

Severe dysfunction (<30%)

2 (3%)

3 (4%)

Uninterpretable

1 (1%)

5 (7%)

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Cardiovascular Ultrasound

ISSN: 1476-7120

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