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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - What it is

​Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is defined as thickening of the heart muscle that is not due to abnormal loading conditions like hypertension or valvular heart disease. It is a genetic condition and the estimated prevalence across different populations is about one in 500, which makes it one of the commonest genetic cardiovascular conditions. 

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - How to prevent?

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - Causes and Risk Factors

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - Preparing for surgery

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - Post-surgery care

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