Question 1

how can entresto pills contribute towards the 
reduction in left ventricle ejection fraction from 0,5 to 0,35 as a result of the onset of atrial fibrillations?

Accepted Answer

Decreased EF from AF: Entreaties usually increases ejection fraction. In this instance, the most likely cause is the onset of atrial fibrillation causing a rapid and irregular heart rhythm. An additional factor is the loss of effective contraction of the upper chambers(atria) due to atrial fibrillation.

Question 2

in addition to mild hypokinesis of the left ventricle when ejection fraction is 48% and left atrium is moderately dilated, what could that indicate?

Accepted Answer

EF: What this means is that there is a region of your heart that is not moving properly. This likely secondary to impaired irrigation from a possible stenosis vessel. Depending on the reason you could have diastolic/systolic dysfunction. Giving the dilated atrium. You should likely be on bblockers, acei, Aspirin,

Question 3

echo: left ventricle normal size with mild concentric hypertrophy and adequate contractibility. 
ejection fraction is 50%. what does this mean?

Accepted Answer

Cardiologist: The ejection fraction is borderline reduced. This combined with some concentric left ventricular hypertrophy raises the question of whether high blood pressure or a heart valve abnormality has exerted some strain on your heart. I recommend a consultation by a cardiologist to insure  that you get proper evaluation of your cardiovascular status and appropriate care and follow-up.

Question 4

hi i'm 23 years old and i have a dilated right ventricle of 240ml is this really badly dilated? or just a normal finding? the ejection fraction is 51%

Accepted Answer

Need more parameters: Right ventricular size is calculated by taking the timing of measurement (contraction vs. relaxation of the heart), the size of person, &amp; the method of measurement must be taken into consideration.  The reason for evaluating the right ventricular size is important also.  It's important to discuss implications further with a cardiologist, rather than us give misleading information, without details.

Question 5

in a highly trained athlete with eccentric hypertrophy of both ventricles, what is the significance of a high ejection fraction (80%) and high fractional shortening (50%)? cardiac output is also high, cardiac index at 6.4 or so?

Accepted Answer

: Depends on whether the study was performed at rest or during exercise. The ejection fraction is usually lower at rest , but may increase during vigorous exercise. A cardiac index of 6.4 , if recorded at rest is much greater than usual unless there is significant bradycardia which may occur in athletes at rest. More detail (resting heart rate, heart size etc) would help to interpret better.

Question 6

is 65% ejection fraction good?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Over 60% is normal. But ejection fraction is just one part of the heart measurements on an echo. There are many other things to consider. Your doctor can go over that with you.

Question 7

i have ejection fraction of 31%. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

It's low: It's low. The usual ejection fraction is 45-55%.

Question 8

what is the normal ejection fraction? i have 83%. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: In general, a normal ejection fraction is regarded as being greater than 55-60%.

Question 9

what is a normal ejection fraction for gallbladder?

Accepted Answer

HIDA scan EF>35%: Most radiologists state a normal gallbladder ejection fraction (ef) on a hida scan as 35% or above. A low ejection fraction can be due to gallbladder dyskinesia, chronic cholecystitis (infection), and rarely cancer. A good answer for 'hida scan results' =http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/hida-scan/my00320/dsection & from the an original journal article =radiology.Rsna.Org/content/226/2/593.1.Full.

Question 10

what does the low ejection fraction mean? diagnosis

Accepted Answer

Poor heart function!: Ejection fraction is a measure of the pumping ability of the heart, and a low ef refers to suboptimal pumping ability in a diseased or damaged heart. The lower the number, the worse the heart function or capability. Several cardiac or pulmonary diagnoses can have low ef; talk to your physician or cardiologist for specific information about your heart and its condition.

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In addition to mild hypokinesis of the left ventricle when ejection fraction is 48% and left atrium is moderately dilated, what could that indicate?

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Echo: left ventricle normal size with mild concentric hypertrophy and adequate contractibility. ejection fraction is 50%. what does this mean?

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Hi i'm 23 years old and i have a dilated right ventricle of 240ml is this really badly dilated? or just a normal finding? the ejection fraction is 51%

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In a highly trained athlete with eccentric hypertrophy of both ventricles, what is the significance of a high ejection fraction (80%) and high fractional shortening (50%)? cardiac output is also high, cardiac index at 6.4 or so?

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Is 65% ejection fraction good?

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I have ejection fraction of 31%. is this normal?

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What is the normal ejection fraction? i have 83%. is this normal?

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What is a normal ejection fraction for gallbladder?

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