HealthAugust 17, 2026

cardiomegaly

KAR-dee-oh-MEG-uh-lee

Definition

A medical condition characterized by an abnormal enlargement of the heart.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'kardia' (heart) and 'megalia' (enlargement), the term entered medical English in the 19th century to describe the pathological condition of a heart larger than normal.

In the news

The article uses this term to specify the official medical cause of Jansen Panettiere's sudden death at age 28, clarifying that it was a physical health condition rather than an overdose.

Who Was Hayden Panettiere’s Brother Jansen Panettiere? Age, Cause of Death, Net Worth, Career, Addiction, Family, Movies, Girlfriend, Funeral & More

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The Sunday Guardian

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