We hear so much about the importance of ejection fraction as one indicator of cardiomyopathy. Thank you for your answer. A normal ejection fraction, however does not afford a great prognosis unless it is in the setting of an otherwise normal echocardiogram. For example, a patient with severe mitral regurgitation might have an ejection fraction in the mid 50's but the valvular abnormality is a major problem and must be taken in to account when prognosticating with regards to the ejection fraction. I hope you find this information useful.
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