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Could any expert explain to me what hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is? thanks!
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In 50 words or less: HCM is a genetically acquired disease of heart muscle manifest by asymmetric thickening, abnormal relaxation and filling, dynamic obstruction to left ventricular outflow, and a tendency in some to serious rhythm disturbances. Chest pain & congestive heart failure are complications. See: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypertrophic-cardiomyopathy/basics/definition/con-20030747
Answered 7/10/2014
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