Relationship between high VExUS score and echocardiographic parameters: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Venous Excess Ultrasound (VExUS) score integrates inferior vena cava diameter and venous Doppler findings to quantify congestion. Findings are conflicting regarding whether higher VExUS grades reflect worse cardiac function. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to evaluate echocardiographic changes across different VExUS grades and their clinical significance.

Methods

The systematic review and meta-analysis were performed in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines, including hospitalized patients assessed with the VExUS score and echocardiography. The primary outcome was the association between high VExUS (grades 2-3) and TAPSE. Secondary outcomes explored the association between VExUS and other echocardiographic parameters in different subpopulati

SUBMITTER: Carsetti A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12924348 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature