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Left Ventricular Hypertrophy

Left Ventricular Hypertrophy

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Maja Seithe

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Left ventricular hypertrophy refers to the thickening of the wall of the left ventricle of the heart. This condition is often caused by chronic high blood pressure and can make the heart more susceptible to other issues.