Left ventricular hypertrophy
Definitions
Overview
Left ventricular hypertrophy is the enlargement of the muscle tissue in the wall of the heart's lower left chamber (ventricle). The condition is often caused by high blood pressure.
Symptoms
Symptoms include shortness of breath, chest pain, and rapid, fluttering, or pounding heartbeats.
Treatments
Treatment can include medications and surgery.
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