Applications of Speckle Tracking Echocardiography in Stress Echocardiography: A Systematic Review on Feasibility, Diagnostic, and Clinical Utility.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

This review evaluates the applications of speckle-tracking echocardiography (STE) in stress echocardiography, focusing on feasibility, physiological adaptations, and its diagnostic and prognostic utility in cardiovascular conditions.

Methods

A systematic search of PubMed identified studies published up to December 28, 2024, using terms related to STE, stress echocardiography, and myocardial strain. Grey literature was excluded. Eligible studies assessed myocardial strain under stress conditions and reported on feasibility, diagnostic accuracy, or prognostic outcomes.

Results

Sixty-four studies were included, covering healthy individuals, athletes, at-risk populations, and patients with cardiovascular conditions. Feasibility studies demonstrated high interobser

SUBMITTER: Kersten J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12352479 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature