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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Medications Medications are often the first line of treatment for cardiomegaly and can include: ACE inhibitors or ARBs , which help lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart. Cardiac Arrest or Sudden Death: Cardiomegaly increases the risk of life-threatening arrhythmias, which can cause sudden cardiac arrest.