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Concentric left ventricle hypertrophy
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Concentric left ventricle hypertrophy
by Misty, Dec 23, 1999 12:00AM
Seven years ago, an echo showed "trace" MVP, otherwise normal. Recent echocardiogram showed M-MODE Measurements:left ventricle end diastolic:42mm,
left ventricle end systolic:26mm,
left ventricular septum:11mm,
left ventricular posterior wall:13mm,
left atrial size:25mm,
aortic root:23mm,
aortic valve opening:19mm,
Conclusions:1. Concentric left ventricular hypertrophy,
2. 3+ MVP,
3. Normal color flow doppler.
History of CAD & recent onset of hypertension. I have always had low B/P until recently. The HTN is very well controled on medication. The MVP I'm not concerned about, as there is no reguritation. Can you comment on the "concentric left ventricle hypertrophy?" Thank you.
left ventricle end systolic:26mm,
left ventricular septum:11mm,
left ventricular posterior wall:13mm,
left atrial size:25mm,
aortic root:23mm,
aortic valve opening:19mm,
Conclusions:1. Concentric left ventricular hypertrophy,
2. 3+ MVP,
3. Normal color flow doppler.
History of CAD & recent onset of hypertension. I have always had low B/P until recently. The HTN is very well controled on medication. The MVP I'm not concerned about, as there is no reguritation. Can you comment on the "concentric left ventricle hypertrophy?" Thank you.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, MD, Dec 23, 1999 12:00AM
, Dec 23, 1999 12:00AM
Concentric left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) refers to the mild thickening of the ventricle. The most common cause for LVH is hypertention. This is due to the increased work for the heart leading to a slight thickening of the muscle.
