Anatomy and body systems
LV medical abbreviation
LV means "left ventricle".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for LV), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What LV means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| left ventricle | None | Charting |
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What does LV mean in medical terms?
LV means "left ventricle".
Where is LV used?
LV shows up in charting. Its category here is anatomy and body systems.
Is LV on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. LV is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.