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Q: I had a heart cath with stents in my LAd, was told I had global hypokinesis of the Left ventricle. I had an EF of 35-40%. How can this be treated. I have chest pain regularly.

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5/ 5/11 9:04pm

Hi Charlotte Jordan,

 

Here is a link to information on treatment to improve ejection fraction:

 

Treatment for hypokinesis

 

It would be best to discuss this with your physician so he can assess your specific situation.

 

Take care,

 

Shauna Hill, RD, LD

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By Charlotte Jordan— Last Modified: 05/05/11, First Published: 05/04/11