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What does yellow mean?

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Traditionally, flow towards the transducer is red, flow away from the transducer is blue, and higher velocities are shown in lighter shades such as yellow..

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What is 30% indicative of?

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The 30% is indicative of the 30% of your blood from the heart from each heartbeat.

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How to increase the E.F. when it is 30?

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Medications, therapy, and surgery can all help. Speak with your doctor to determine a treatment plan.

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What is the meaning of 25% EF?

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25% EF means that you eliminate 25% of your blood from the heart with each heartbeat.

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I am an 88 year old male. I had pig aortic valve eight years ago. I had an echo that reported a 1.3 cm area. Is this a good result?

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The valve area of a prior replaced aortic valve depends on the type, size and position of the valve but this can be a normal valve area. Follow up with your doctor.

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Who can measure T.V.I., or P.V.R.?

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Typically, T.V.I. and P.V.R. measurements are collected with an echocardiogram.

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What does a shortness of breath with a normal heart rate and blood pressure indicate?

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There are multiple reasons to have shortness of breath including heart and lung disease. You should see your doctor and discuss your concerns.

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