Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle. It can cause sudden death, particularly in young, active men. Medicines can prevent a fatal outcome. Further research is being carried out in the search for better treatments.
Disease: Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Last update: May 2003
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FAQ: What does the future hold?
Researchers are studying treatments which control the growth of heart cells. Other medicines, called ACE inhibitors and A-2 blockers, are being examined because their use is considered to reverse the abnormal heart muscle thickening.
In the longer term, studies are underway to understand the genetic mutation that underlies this deadly condition. Screening will become crucial.
In the longer term, studies are underway to understand the genetic mutation that underlies this deadly condition. Screening will become crucial.