Ventricular Dysfunction, Right

Overview

A condition in which the RIGHT VENTRICLE of the heart was functionally impaired. This condition usually leads to HEART FAILURE or MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION, and other cardiovascular complications. Diagnosis is made by measuring the diminished ejection fraction and a depressed level of motility of the right ventricular wall.

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Quick facts about Ventricular Dysfunction, Right

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C14.280.945.910

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