Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cardiomegaly
Noun
/ˌkɑːrdi.oʊˈmɛɡ.ə.li/
Definition
Cardiomegaly is an enlargement of the heart.
Examples
- Cardiomegaly can be detected through imaging tests such as an echocardiogram.
- Symptoms of cardiomegaly may include shortness of breath or fatigue.
- The patient was diagnosed with cardiomegaly after presenting with chest pain.
Meaning
This condition typically indicates that the heart is larger than normal, which can affect its ability to pump blood effectively.
Synonyms
- Heart enlargement
- Heart hypertrophy
