Table 2 Differential characteristics of LV geometry between systolic and diastolic HF (modified from Zile MR [49]).
From: Diastolic dysfunction and diastolic heart failure: diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic aspects
| Characteristic | Systolic HF | Diastolic HF |
|---|---|---|
| LV volume |
↑ ↑↑ | N (o ↓) |
| LV mass | ↑ | ↑ |
| LV geometry | Eccentric | Concentric |
| Cardiomyocites | ↑ Length | ↑ Diameter |
| Extracellular Matrix | ↓(o ↑ o N) Collagen | ↑↑ Collagen |