noun
enlargement of the heart; cardiomegaly
Medical term for an abnormally enlarged heart. Often used in clinical contexts.
心臓肥大は高血圧が原因で起こることがあります。
Enlargement of the heart can be caused by high blood pressure.
健康診断で心臓肥大を指摘されました。
I was told I have an enlarged heart at my health checkup.
Compound of 心臓 (heart) and 肥大 (enlargement, hypertrophy).