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What does an ejection fraction (ef) of 40% mean?
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Dysfunction: A normal ef is 50-55% or greater. An ef of 40% indicates that there is a mild degree of cardiac dysfunction. Medical therapy is very effective depending on the cause. Speak with your cardiologist.
Answered 3/15/2020
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