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An echocardiogram results says the basal septum is hypo kinetic. the rest was normal, bp etc normal. i am only 38 with no symptoms, what is thecause?

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Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Echo: The interpretation of the images on an echo has an element of subjectivity, if everything else is normal there may not be a problem. Discuss with your dr. More tests may be needed to clarify whether you have a problem causing the basal septum to appear hypokinetic.

Dr Szawaluk agreed

Answered 3/20/2013

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A member asked:

An echocardiogram results says the basal septum is hypo kinetic. the rest was normal, bp etc normal. i am only 38 with no symptoms, what is thecause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Calvin Weisberger answered

Dr Szawaluk agreed

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