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Can you tell me what could an enlarged lv systolic measurement be a sign of?
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Impaired contraction: It can be a sign of generalized enlargement (dilated cardiomyopathy) or diminished systolic function (reduced ejection fraction) or both.
Answered 7/15/2014
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