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Suggest Ways To Increase The Working Rate Of The Heart
I am a 59 year old male. I had successful mitral valve replacement surgery 6 weeks ago. I went to my cardiologist for an ultrasound of my heart yesterday, and the doctor is telling me my heart is working at 35%. I know that is not good. Can anything be done to increase that percentage, or is this just a result of my surgery?
Mon, 29 Dec 2014
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Low ejection fraction can only be increased to some extent by drugs like dopamine,dobutamine..so discuss with your cardiologist...Exercise regularly...reduce salt intake and take fruits and vegetable salads..consult your cardiologist for expert management..thankyou
Low ejection fraction can only be increased to some extent by drugs like dopamine,dobutamine..so discuss with your cardiologist...Exercise regularly...reduce salt intake and take fruits and vegetable salads..consult your cardiologist for expert management..thankyou
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