____, an increase in the muscle mass of the left ventricle, develops from increased resistance that the left ventricle must contract against to expel its contents, such as with hypertension.

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Left ventricular hypertrophy is specifically related to the left ventricle and typically develops in response to increased resistance that the left ventricle must contract against, such as with hypertension. Right ventricular hypertrophy refers to an increase in muscle mass in the right ventricle, which may develop in response to lung disease. Left atrial enlargement is an increase in the size of the left atrium and may occur secondary to left ventricular hypertrophy or other conditions.

____, an Increase in the Muscle Mass of the Left