Left ventricular hypertrophy: an overlooked cardiovascular risk factor.

Cleve Clin J Med · 2010

review · Level V

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Abstract

Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is common in hypertensive patients, and it increases the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and death. Recent evidence indicates it is a modifiable risk factor that is not entirely dependent on blood pressure control. The authors review its pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment.