Left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) is a frequent echocardiographic finding and can represent either an adaptive physiological response or an indicator of underlying disease. Differentiating between these forms is crucial for identifying cardiomyopathies that require further evaluation. Echocardiography remains the first-line imaging tool for assessing LVH, offering key insights that can guide the need for advanced imaging.
Author Sub-editor: Dr Pok-Tin Tang Dr Pok-Tin Tang is an ST5 cardiology registrar in the Thames Valley deanery, currently undertaking a period of out of
Author Sub-editor: Dr May Hu Dr May Hu is a cardiology trainee in the North West deanery. She graduated with First Class Honours from the University
Author Sub-editor: Dr Jhiamluka Solano Dr Jhiamluka Solano is a cardiology resident doctor (ST6) in the Yorkshire and Humber Deanery, currently undertaking a DPhil (PhD)
Author Sub-editor: Dr Joshua Rowland Dr Joshua Rowland is a cardiology registrar working in the North West Deanery. He graduated from the University of Manchester
Author Sub-editor: Dr Atmadeep Banerjee Dr Atmadeep Banerjee is an ST4 Cardiology Registrar in the Kent, Surrey and Sussex deanery. He graduated from Calcutta National
