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Is a jerky septum a normal finding on an echocardiogram?

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Hello doctor,

I am 50 years old. My echocardiogram is normal with an LVEF of 50 percent, and my dobutamine stress test is negative for ischemia (LVEF of 58 percent). However, it shows a jerky septum. Is a jerky septum a normal finding?

Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Sapkal Ganeshrao Patilba

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Hello,

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There are a few causes of a jerky septum, such as bundle branch block, increased pressure on the right side of the heart, and pericardial disease. Since your echocardiogram is normal, increased pressure on the right side of the heart and pericardial disease are less likely. As you have not provided an ECG (electrocardiogram), I am unable to comment on a bundle branch block. However, a jerky septum in isolation is less likely to be pathological.

Thanks and regards.

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Published At December 29, 2017
Reviewed At July 17, 2026

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Education:

DM in Cardiology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sapkal Ganeshrao Patilba is a Cardiologist with seven years of clinical experience. He is highly skilled in diagnosing, treating, and preventing heart and blood vessel diseases, offering advanced care to enhance cardiovascular health and improve the well-being of his patients.      

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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