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Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms > Pathological Conditions, Anatomical > Ventricular Remodeling
Circulatory and Respiratory Physiological Phenomena > Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena > Ventricular Function > Ventricular Remodeling

Preferred term

Ventricular Remodeling  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • The geometric and structural changes that the HEART VENTRICLES undergo, usually following MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION. It comprises expansion of the infarct and dilatation of the healthy ventricle segments. While most prevalent in the left ventricle, it can also occur in the right ventricle.

Broader concept

Entry terms

  • Cardiac Remodeling, Ventricular
  • Myocardial Remodeling, Ventricular
  • Ventricle Remodeling

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-HWMRX17B-F

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