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How Is An Enlarged Right Ventricle Treated?

I am an extremly fit 43 yr old male, and I have just been told that I have an enlarged Rt ventricle and need a TEE. I am an ex college football player, and have remained very active to this date, I am stunned?? If in fact I have a heart issue, how is an enlarged right ventricle treated?
Thu, 30 Jul 2015
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Hi,

All depends on the degree of enlargement.
Mildly enlarged right ventricle is a normal finding among a people who do active sports.
In case the enlargement is more than mild the underlying cause should be find out and treated.

Hope I could help you

Wishing you good health

In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask

Regards,
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How Is An Enlarged Right Ventricle Treated?

Hi, All depends on the degree of enlargement. Mildly enlarged right ventricle is a normal finding among a people who do active sports. In case the enlargement is more than mild the underlying cause should be find out and treated. Hope I could help you Wishing you good health In case of further questions don t hesitate to ask Regards,