Assessment of Microvascular Disease in Heart and Brain by MRI: Application in Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction and Cerebral Small Vessel Disease

The objective of this review is to investigate the commonalities of microvascular (small vessel) disease in heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD). Furthermore, the review aims to evaluate the current magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) diagnostic techniques for both conditions. By comparing the two conditions, this review seeks to identify potential opportunities to improve the understanding of both HFpEF and CSVD.

Automated summary

This review aims to investigate the similarities in microvascular disease between HFpEF and CSVD, while also evaluating the diagnostic techniques using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for both conditions. By comparing these two conditions, potential opportunities to enhance the understanding of both HFpEF and CSVD can be identified.