- male
- 65 Years
- 23/01/2025
I'm really concerned about my father's heart condition. His report says the LVEF is 25, which I read somewhere is quite low, and theres mention of severe LV systolic dysfunction. The terms like "Grade mitral regurgitation" and "moderate pulmonary arterial hypertension" caught my attention. Can you help me understand what all this means? Also, what should we be doing next to manage or improve his heart health?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
That seems to your father is at risk of serious cardiac disease with this report no need to worry its conservative management,follow cardiologist advice and reduce physical activity.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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