Cardiovascular Pathology · Pathology

Which of the following is the most common cause of Left-sided Heart Failure?

  1. Cor pulmonale
  2. Ischemic heart disease
  3. Tricuspid valve stenosis
  4. Carcinoid heart disease
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Correct answer: Ischemic heart disease

Ischemic heart disease, often resulting from coronary atherosclerosis, is the leading cause of left ventricular dysfunction. Hypertension and aortic/mitral valve diseases are other frequent contributors.

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