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Abstract Based on the results of the present study, we concluded that: • Left ventricular mechanical dyssynchrony frequently occurred in patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction in a prevalence of 77%. • The presence of large perfusion defect, reduced EF and LBBB were the independent predictors of left ventricular mechanical dyssynchrony in patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction. • The presence of residual viable myocardium is associated with more LV synchrony. • Evaluation of scar tissue and viable myocardium may be considered in detection of the degree of LVMD. • The etiology of cardiomyopathy may affect the degree of LVMD. • Not all dyssynchronic hearts are CRT responders as the prevalence of SD≥43 was only 20%. |