Cor Pulmonale Heart Disease Cardiovascular Disorders

Cor Pulmonale Heart Disease Cardiovascular Disorders

Enlargement of the heart's right ventricle due to disease of the lungs (e.g. chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema) or pulmonary vascular system. Symptoms include chronic cough, shortness of breath on exertion, fatigue, and other signs of oxygen lack to the body tissues.

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See Also:

MDAdvice.com - Gives an in-depth look at cor pulmonale including signs and symptoms, risk increases, prevention, diagnostic measures, complications, treatment and outcome.
MedlinePlus: Cor Pulmonale - A definition, causes, and risk factors for cor pulmonale.
eMedicine: Cor Pulmonale - Overview of the disease along with clinical information, treatments, and medications.

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