Ventricular Dysfunction, Left

Synonyms

Dysfunction, Left Ventricular

Dysfunctions, Left Ventricular

Left Ventricular Dysfunction

Left Ventricular Dysfunctions

Ventricular Dysfunctions, Left

A condition in which the LEFT VENTRICLE of the heart was functionally impaired. This condition usually leads to HEART FAILURE; MYOCARDIAL INFARCTION; and other cardiovascular complications. Diagnosis is made by measuring the diminished ejection fraction and a depressed level of motility of the left ventricular wall.