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Eric Rudofker1, Natalie Van Ochten2, Justin Edward3
1Department of Medicine-Cardiology, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, 12631 East 17th Avenue, Aurora 80045, USA.
Abstract:
Exercise testing is frequently incorporated into management of patients with cardiovascular and/or pulmonary disease. A lifelong commitment to exercise promotes cardiac remodeling, leading to changes in structure and function of the atria and ventricles, commonly referred to as the "athletic heart." Stress testing is also incorporated into the management of athletes for a variety of reasons, such as identifying the cause of exertional symptoms, determining level of fitness and training zones, or assessing for acquired cardiomyopathies. Exercise testing should be tailored to the athlete, since performance may vary from other populations as a result of a commitment to exercise training.
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