What is significance of the "faint S3" cardiac sound?
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It is associated with increased filling pressures and is often considered a sign of heart failure or volume overload. The significance of the "faint S3" cardiac sound is that it can indicate the presence of underlying cardiac conditions, such as heart failure, Show more…
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