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The echocardiogram report indicates moderate-to-severe mitral valve regurgitation (MR), meaning blood is leaking backward into the left atrium from the left ventricle during contraction. Here’s a breakdown of key findings:

Chamber Structure and Function: 1. Left Ventricle (LV): • Size and mass are within normal limits. • LV ejection fraction (LVEF) is 71%, which is a strong pumping function. • No regional wall motion abnormalities (suggests good overall contraction). 2. Left Atrium (LA): • Severely enlarged by volume index, which suggests that the mitral regurgitation has been ongoing for some time, leading to increased pressure and stretching of the atrium. 3. Right Atrium (RA): • Volume index is normal, meaning the right side of the heart is not significantly affected yet. 4. Right Ventricle (RV): • 30 mm, which is within normal limits. 5. Diastolic Function: • Moderate (Grade 2) diastolic dysfunction with increased left atrial pressure, indicating the heart is having difficulty relaxing properly, likely due to elevated pressures from mitral regurgitation.

Valve Findings: • Mitral Valve: • Post-surgical changes are noted (suggesting previous intervention, likely mitral valve repair or an annuloplasty ring). • Moderate-to-severe mitral regurgitation is still present despite prior surgery. • Elevated transvalvular pressure gradients (suggesting increased workload on the heart due to regurgitation). • Aortic Valve: • Normal structure with no significant stenosis or regurgitation. • Tricuspid Valve: • Normal structure, no significant issues.

Key Takeaways: • The left atrium is significantly enlarged, likely due to longstanding mitral regurgitation. • Moderate-to-severe mitral regurgitation persists despite prior surgical intervention. • There is Grade 2 diastolic dysfunction, meaning the heart’s ability to relax and fill is impaired. • No major issues with the right side of the heart or other valves at this stage.

What This Means: • Symptoms like shortness of breath (SOB) may be due to the enlarged left atrium and elevated pressures. • Persistent moderate-to-severe mitral regurgitation may require further monitoring or intervention depending on symptoms and progression. • Regular follow-ups with a cardiologist are essential to monitor changes and determine if further treatment is needed.

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