Table 2 Comparison of baseline and follow-up measurements of echocardiographic data
Baseline n = 64 | 6 months after RT n = 64 | P-value | Relative change (%)p-value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
LVEF, % | 61 ± 7 | 60 ± 9 | 0.073 | Na. |
GLS, % | ||||
Endocardial layer | −20.0 ± 3.2 | −18.8 ± 3.8 | 0.02 | −4.7%; 0.05 |
Mid-myocardial layer | −16.0 ± 2.7 | −15.0 ± 3.1 | 0.02 | − 4.4%; 0.11 |
Epicardial layer | −12.3 ± 2.5 | −11.4 ± 2.8 | 0.02 | −4.2%; 0.25 |