I'd like to learn more about the significance of left arial enlargement.
I am 58 and have had mitral valve prolapse since birth. My recent echocardiogram showed the following:
LV - Normal size & thickness. LV diastolic & systolic function appear normal.
Mild prolapse of anterior MV leaflet. MV mildly thickened. Moderately severe mitral regurgitation.
SEVERE LEFT ATRIAL ENLARGEMENT. LA index 54. Right atrium normal in size.
Trivial tricuspid regurgitation with no suggestion of pulmonary hypertension.
Pulmonary valve poorly visualized.
Right ventricle normal size & function.
TDS-PLAX & SAX images off axis. Pectus excavatum.
I have no symptoms of concern. At the moment, I do not have a follow-up appointment with the cardiologist or my primary care physician. I'd like to learn more about what my LA enlargement may mean and what follow up may be wise. Thanks.