Left ventricular geometric patterns in newly presenting nigerian hypertensives: An echocardiographic study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Hypertension is a global problem and it is prevalent in Nigeria. Left ventricular hypertrophy is a major complication of hypertension with risk of sudden death and arrhythmias among others. Abnormal left ventricular geometric pattern...

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Main Authors: Ogah Okechukwu S, Dada Adekola, Oladapo Olulola O, Adebiyi Adewole A, Aje Akinyemi, Ojji Dike B, Falase Ayodele O
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-01-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2261/6/4