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How to treat for abnormal echocardiographic observations?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 36-year-old male with two open heart surgeries for VSD and ASD closure, followed by aortic valve replacement. I have been on Acitrom 7 mg and Betaloc 100 mg daily once with a PT INR last reading of 2.11. Yesterday, I went for a checkup, and my echocardiogram has the following observations.

1. LV is normal. Mild concentric LVH. No RWMA at rest.

2. Fair LV systolic function. LVEF is 55%.

3. Reduced LV compliance.

4. LA is normal-sized. No intracavitary clot present.

5. RV and RA are normal-sized.

6. Prosthetic AOV seen in situ.

7. Mild MR, mild TR, and trivial AR.

8. IVS and IAS are intact.

9. No clot is present.

10. Mild PAH. ERVSP 35 mm Hg.

11. Pericardium is normal.

I am worried about the abnormal observations above.

Please provide comments on each of the observation points.

Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Amiya Kumar Chattopadhyay

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amiya Kumar Chattopadhyay is an experienced Cardiologist with advanced certifications, including DTM&H, Diploma in Cardiology, and PGDCHC. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases, offering patient-centered care with a focus on heart health management and lifestyle modification. With his extensive expertise, Dr. Chattopadhyay is committed to delivering comprehensive cardiac care tailored to each patient’s needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

Let us discuss the echocardiographic findings. LVEF (left ventricular ejection fraction) is 55 percent, which is good. It is the capacity of the heart. The IVS (intact ventricular septum) partition between the left and right ventricles and atrium is intact. The chambers of the heart's left ventricle, right ventricle, right atrium, and pericardium are normal. There is no blood clot. You must have consulted your cardiac surgeon as a regular follow-up. Has he said anything adverse? Your overall condition will be treated with medicine. Be on regular follow-up.

I hope this information will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 27, 2023
Reviewed At November 27, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amiya Kumar Chattopadhyay is an experienced Cardiologist with advanced certifications, including DTM&H, Diploma in Cardiology, and PGDCHC. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases, offering patient-centered care with a focus on heart health management and lifestyle modification. With his extensive expertise, Dr. Chattopadhyay is committed to delivering comprehensive cardiac care tailored to each patient’s needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Amiya Kumar Chattopadhyay is an experienced Cardiologist with advanced certifications, including DTM&H, Diploma in Cardiology, and PGDCHC. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cardiovascular diseases, offering patient-centered care with a focus on heart health management and lifestyle modification. With his extensive expertise, Dr. Chattopadhyay is committed to delivering comprehensive cardiac care tailored to each patient’s needs.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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