Aging-Associated Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Aging-Associated Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

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Heart & Vascular Health
Contributed byKrish Tangella MD, MBAMar 11, 2018

The topic Aging-Associated Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy.

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  • Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (Acquired-HCM) is a disease affecting the heart muscle. The term “hypertrophic” means enlargement of cells, which, in this condition, leads to a thickening of the heart muscle
  • The thickening can be in the 4 chambers of the heart, or the wall that separates the chambers. The lower left chamber of the heart (the left ventricle) may thicken, causing the inside of the left ventricle to become smaller
  • This reduces the ability of the left ventricle to relax sufficiently and hold enough blood in the chamber. Due to this, the chamber is forced to exertion, when pumping blood to the rest of the body. Additionally, the heart’s mitral valve can also be affected, causing blood to leak backward through the valve
  • Most cases of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) are genetic. However, when the condition develops without a known genetic cause in association with, and because of another disease/disorder, it is differentiated from the heritable type of HCM, using the prefix “acquired”
  • Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is considered very rare; often, the disorder is associated with certain conditions, such as aging
  • Individuals with Acquired-HCM not only show symptoms of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, but also of the underlying causative medical condition. The symptoms may include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting, and palpitations
  • The diagnosis may involve tests such as echocardiography (ECG), electrocardiography (EKG), stress test, and coronary catheterization. If required, a biopsy of the heart muscle may be ordered. Additional tests may be required for diagnosing/monitoring the causative medical condition
  • Some potential complications of Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy include a backflow of blood into the heart (heart valve regurgitation), aberrant heart beats (arrhythmia), sudden cardiac arrest, and dilated cardiomyopathy
  • The condition may be treated with lifestyle changes, medications, non-surgical procedures, and surgical implants, depending on the severity of the condition. Treatment of any underlying condition responsible for heart muscle thickening is also addressed, as part of a comprehensive care
  • Proper glycemic control, management of thyroid disease, medication for high blood pressure, and providing appropriate treatment for tumors of the spinal cord, pituitary, and adrenal glands, may help in the prevention of Acquired-HCM
  • With timely diagnosis and sustained treatment, the condition is manageable. Additionally, the severity of the causative medical condition in Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy can affect the outcome

Please find comprehensive information on Acquired Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy regarding definition, distribution, risk factors, causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment, prevention, prognosis, and additional useful information HERE.

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