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Suboptimal Cardiac Function

Meaning

Suboptimal cardiac function describes a state where the heart’s performance, encompassing its pumping efficiency, relaxation capacity, and electrical stability, operates below the level required for optimal physiological support, yet may not meet the formal criteria for overt heart failure. This condition often presents as reduced exercise tolerance or mild diastolic dysfunction, reflecting an early stage of cardiac compromise. It serves as a clinical warning sign that the heart is experiencing chronic stress or damage, frequently linked to long-standing metabolic or hormonal imbalances.