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How many of u have heard of ihss?

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Dr. Barton Cook answered

Specializes in Pediatric Cardiology

Old name: Ihss (idiopathic hypertrophic subaortic stenosis) known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a condition where the heart muscle is thick, and obstruction to outflow may occur. Arrhythmias may occur as well. It is commonly inherited, first degree relatives should be screened. Patients may have severe symptoms, or no symptoms.It is a common cause of death in young athletes who seemed completely healthy.

Answered 12/9/2013

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