I had an echo performed. Conclusion left ventricle is moderately dilated, LV systolic function is severely reduced due to severe generalized hyperkinesis. EF-25-30%. Severely irregular heart rate with variable pressure pulse. Right ventricular pressure cannot be acurately estimated. My left atrium is normal size as is my right, my right ventricle. I was diagnosed 15 months ago with cardiomyopathy.
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2/16/10 9:44pm
Hi Tony Smith,
I encourage you to make an office appointment to sit down and speak with your physician regarding your results. In the meantime, here is some info that may help.
Best of luck,
Monica M. Skidmore, MS, RD, LDN
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