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Anatomy of the Heart
The heart is made up offour chambers.
A wall of muscle called the septum separates the left and right atria and the left and right ventricles.
Right-sided heart failure that is secondary to a pulmonary condition is called “cor pulmonale.”
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Medication, along withself-careanddietary changesmay be enough to help address symptoms in some cases.
Symptoms include shortness of breath, swelling of legs, feet, and abdomen, and fatigue.
Right-sided heart failure can have many causes, including valve disease, heart attack, and high blood pressure.
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Treatment and prognosis for recovery from right-sided heart failure depend on the cause and the severity of the symptoms.
Although some people can improve with medication and self-care, others may require an implant or heart transplant.
Right-sided heart failure is a serious condition that can lead to premature death.
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