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Welcome to the HCMA

The HCMA website is designed to help you understand HCM, the HCMA and get active in our community. Like many visitors to our website you
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HCM Centers of Excellence

Effective February 2009 the HCMA will be using a ranking system to assist patients in better understanding each centers program.   The HCMA has implemented the ranking
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What Symptoms Does Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Cause?

There is no particular symptom or complaint which is unique to Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Symptoms may occur at any stage in a person's life even though
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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 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. See attached document at the lower right hand portion of your screen to download the complete document.
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Are you thinking about having genetic testing... Read this article FIRST

Genetic Testing for Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Special Considerations Written by Rena Vanzo for use by the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association   As the world of genetic research continues to advance,
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Devices

Automatic Implantable Defibrillators (AICD) OR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICD)     Through risk stratification we can better identify those at high risk for sudden cardiac arrest, SCA, from
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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Bulimia: An Insidious Mix

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When our children are diagnosed with HCM we can sometimes forget they are also at risk for other medical issues, including mental health concerns. When the mother of a young lady lost to a deadly mix of HCM and bulimia approached the HCMA in hopes of alerting parents and health care providers about the risks of eating disorders and HCM we invited her to write about it. Take the time to read this important article and share this information with others.
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HCM Summit notes part 4

Part 4   Debate:  What is the most effective strategy for preparticipation screening to detect cardiovascular abnormalities in trained athletes? Counterpoint:  The U.S. Perspective Barry J. Maron, MD    The Italian
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Medical Examiners

If you suspect HCM is the cause of death the HCMA can assist you. The HCMA has access to pathologist and labs that can help you. If
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HCMA at Cleveland Clinic

April 30, 2010 - Register early as space is limited!...
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HCMA Newsletter Archive

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YOU CAN HELP....

Donate now to help stop sudden cardiac arrest in the young, and protect athletes, children and young adults from untimely deaths. ...
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