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Left atrium measurement with an echo is an estimate! I don't see any connection with left atrium enlargement. The left atrium can/will enlarge when there is intra-chamber pressure i.e. stenosis (narrow opening) of the mitral valve, etc. The issues are unrelated, there shouldn't be any concern regarding the valves, but LA enlargement, if significant should be of minor concern for the underlying cause. It is possible the LA dminsions are normal for you!
HI. I am also 31 yrs old i have the same thing as you expect i have moderate not mild and also have dilation of left atrium and am scared to death as well. i am going for a second opionion this week and back again to the orginal cardio. please let me know any info you find out as well!
Left atrium measurement with an echo is an estimate! I don't see any connection with left atrium enlargement. The left atrium can/will enlarge when there is intra-chamber pressure i.e. stenosis (narrow opening) of the mitral valve, etc. The issues are unrelated, there shouldn't be any concern regarding the valves, but LA enlargement, if significant should be of minor concern for the underlying cause. It is possible the LA dminsions are normal for you!