Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy may be suspected because of symptoms, a murmur or an abnormal ECG/EKG. An individual with the condition may present with any of the symptoms described previously. Because such symptoms could be caused by a large number of other conditions, further tests are necessary....
The following information is based on available medical research, documents, consensus documents and the entire body of scientific literature and knowledge on the screenings for ...
This area is specificly for those without a family member already diagnosed with HCM.
Screening should be considered if:
You have had a family member die suddenly ...
There are two populations that need to address this question a bit differently.
1.Those without a diagnosis of HCM within the family.
2. Those with a diagnosis ...
An MRI machine consists of a large circular magnet with an open horizontal tube running through the center of the magnet. Patients undergoing an MRI ...
The American Heart Association has published guidelines for pre participation sports physicials. The HCMA encourages each State to use these guidelines when updating there requirements for participation in high schools and college level programs. In addition the HCMA believes the same questions should be asked of those children participating in recreational level athletics and "club" teams.
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a condition that is generally not compatable with competitive athletics and therefore those with HCM should not participate in most athletic programs. HCM is the leading cause of sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes.
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