THE ROLE OF LEFT VENTRICULAR REMODELING IN THE PROGRESSION OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES (LITERATURE REVIEW)

Abstract

Arterial hypertension leads to left ventricular remodeling. Elevated blood pressure causes myocardial thick­ening and the development of hypertrophy. Concentric hypertrophy negatively affects cardiac function and increases cardiovascular risk. Arterial hypertension is a major risk factor for the development of ischemic heart disease and post-infarction remodeling.