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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Atrial enlargement | |||
| synonyms = Atrial hypertrophy | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = Often asymptomatic, may include [[palpitations]], [[shortness of breath]], [[fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Atrial fibrillation]], [[heart failure]], [[stroke]] | |||
| onset = Variable, often related to underlying conditions | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Hypertension]], [[valvular heart disease]], [[cardiomyopathy]], [[congenital heart disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[obesity]], [[sleep apnea]], [[diabetes mellitus]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Electrocardiogram]] (ECG), [[echocardiography]], [[chest X-ray]] | |||
| differential = [[Ventricular hypertrophy]], [[pericardial effusion]], [[pulmonary hypertension]] | |||
| treatment = Address underlying cause, [[medications]], [[lifestyle changes]], [[surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common, especially in patients with cardiovascular risk factors | |||
}} | |||
'''Atrial Enlargement''' refers to a medical condition where the atria of the heart become enlarged. This condition is often a result of other underlying heart diseases or conditions, such as [[hypertension]], [[heart valve disease]], and [[cardiomyopathy]]. | '''Atrial Enlargement''' refers to a medical condition where the atria of the heart become enlarged. This condition is often a result of other underlying heart diseases or conditions, such as [[hypertension]], [[heart valve disease]], and [[cardiomyopathy]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary causes of atrial enlargement include [[hypertension]], [[heart valve disease]], and [[cardiomyopathy]]. These conditions can cause increased pressure in the atria, leading to their enlargement. Other causes can include [[congenital heart disease]], [[coronary artery disease]], and [[pulmonary hypertension]]. | The primary causes of atrial enlargement include [[hypertension]], [[heart valve disease]], and [[cardiomyopathy]]. These conditions can cause increased pressure in the atria, leading to their enlargement. Other causes can include [[congenital heart disease]], [[coronary artery disease]], and [[pulmonary hypertension]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Symptoms of atrial enlargement can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include [[shortness of breath]], [[palpitations]], [[fatigue]], and [[chest pain]]. In some cases, atrial enlargement may not cause any symptoms and may only be detected during a routine [[medical examination]]. | Symptoms of atrial enlargement can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include [[shortness of breath]], [[palpitations]], [[fatigue]], and [[chest pain]]. In some cases, atrial enlargement may not cause any symptoms and may only be detected during a routine [[medical examination]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Atrial enlargement is typically diagnosed through [[medical imaging]] techniques such as [[echocardiography]], [[cardiac MRI]], or [[chest X-ray]]. Other diagnostic tests may include [[electrocardiogram]] (ECG) and [[cardiac stress test]]. | Atrial enlargement is typically diagnosed through [[medical imaging]] techniques such as [[echocardiography]], [[cardiac MRI]], or [[chest X-ray]]. Other diagnostic tests may include [[electrocardiogram]] (ECG) and [[cardiac stress test]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for atrial enlargement primarily involves managing the underlying condition causing the enlargement. This can include medication to control [[high blood pressure]], surgery to repair or replace damaged [[heart valves]], or lifestyle changes to manage [[heart disease]]. In some cases, [[cardiac ablation]] may be used to treat atrial enlargement. | Treatment for atrial enlargement primarily involves managing the underlying condition causing the enlargement. This can include medication to control [[high blood pressure]], surgery to repair or replace damaged [[heart valves]], or lifestyle changes to manage [[heart disease]]. In some cases, [[cardiac ablation]] may be used to treat atrial enlargement. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for atrial enlargement depends on the underlying cause and the overall health of the patient. With appropriate treatment and management, many people with atrial enlargement can lead normal, healthy lives. | The prognosis for atrial enlargement depends on the underlying cause and the overall health of the patient. With appropriate treatment and management, many people with atrial enlargement can lead normal, healthy lives. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Heart disease]] | * [[Heart disease]] | ||
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* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
* [[Heart valve disease]] | * [[Heart valve disease]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiology]] | [[Category:Cardiology]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
{{Cardiology-stub}} | {{Cardiology-stub}} | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:56, 4 April 2025
| Atrial enlargement | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Atrial hypertrophy |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, may include palpitations, shortness of breath, fatigue |
| Complications | Atrial fibrillation, heart failure, stroke |
| Onset | Variable, often related to underlying conditions |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Hypertension, valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, congenital heart disease |
| Risks | Hypertension, obesity, sleep apnea, diabetes mellitus |
| Diagnosis | Electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiography, chest X-ray |
| Differential diagnosis | Ventricular hypertrophy, pericardial effusion, pulmonary hypertension |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause, medications, lifestyle changes, surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Common, especially in patients with cardiovascular risk factors |
| Deaths | N/A |
Atrial Enlargement refers to a medical condition where the atria of the heart become enlarged. This condition is often a result of other underlying heart diseases or conditions, such as hypertension, heart valve disease, and cardiomyopathy.
Causes[edit]
The primary causes of atrial enlargement include hypertension, heart valve disease, and cardiomyopathy. These conditions can cause increased pressure in the atria, leading to their enlargement. Other causes can include congenital heart disease, coronary artery disease, and pulmonary hypertension.
Symptoms[edit]
Symptoms of atrial enlargement can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Common symptoms include shortness of breath, palpitations, fatigue, and chest pain. In some cases, atrial enlargement may not cause any symptoms and may only be detected during a routine medical examination.
Diagnosis[edit]
Atrial enlargement is typically diagnosed through medical imaging techniques such as echocardiography, cardiac MRI, or chest X-ray. Other diagnostic tests may include electrocardiogram (ECG) and cardiac stress test.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for atrial enlargement primarily involves managing the underlying condition causing the enlargement. This can include medication to control high blood pressure, surgery to repair or replace damaged heart valves, or lifestyle changes to manage heart disease. In some cases, cardiac ablation may be used to treat atrial enlargement.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for atrial enlargement depends on the underlying cause and the overall health of the patient. With appropriate treatment and management, many people with atrial enlargement can lead normal, healthy lives.
See Also[edit]
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