Screening and Diagnosis
How is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Diagnosed?
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 ... Full story
Screenings for those with a family member with HCM
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 ... Full story
Screening for the general public
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 and ... Full story
Risk Stratification: Who is at risk of sudden cardiac arrest
There are two populations that need to address this question a bit differently. Those without a diagnosis of HCM within the family. Those with a diagnosis ... Full story
Understanding MRI
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 ... Full story
Post Diagnosis - Additional Tests
The following 3 tests are recommended for nearly all HCM patients. Holter Monitor This test is a continuous recording of the heart beat over 24 to 48 ... Full story
Athletic Preparticipation Screening Guidelines
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 ... Full story