LEFT VENTRICULAR REMODELING
\lˈɛft vɛntɹˈɪkjʊlə ɹɪmˈɒdəlɪŋ], \lˈɛft vɛntɹˈɪkjʊlə ɹɪmˈɒdəlɪŋ], \l_ˈɛ_f_t v_ɛ_n_t_ɹ_ˈɪ_k_j_ʊ_l_ə ɹ_ɪ_m_ˈɒ_d_ə_l_ɪ_ŋ]\
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The geometric and structural changes that the ventricle undergoes, 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.
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Dopamine Acetyltransferase
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