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According to this answer on a question, rv hypertrophy is frequently missed on echo. how do i know if i was checked? http://goo.gl/eiyxx
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Go see your doctor: Ask your doctor to review results in detail w/you. Also explain to your doc why you're worried about your right ventricle & rvh. That will help him/her understand better how to address your concerns and figure out what else (if anything) needs to be done. Communication is key.
Answered 7/21/2013
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