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Could you explain what is hypertropic cardiomyopathy?
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Thickening: It is abnormal thickening (hypertrophy) of the heart muscle which could lead to stiffening and abnormal relaxation of the heart, obstruction of blood flow, etc. In very severe forms, it may increase risk of sudden death.
Answered 12/29/2013
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