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Author Maron, Barry J

Title A Guide to Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy : For Patients, Their Families and Interested Physicians
Edition 3rd ed
Published Hoboken : Wiley, 2013

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Description 1 online resource (152 pages)
Contents A Guide to Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: For Patients, Their Families, and Interested Physicians; Copyright; Contents; Acknowledgments and Dedications; Foreword; Introduction: Tips for using this book; What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM); Historical perspective and names; How common is HCM?; What is the cause of HCM?; Structure of the heart; The normal heart; The heart in HCM; Heart conditions that can mimic HCM; Athlete's heart; Left ventricular noncompaction; Systemic hypertension; Noonan disease; LAMP2 (Danon disease); Fabry disease; Pompe disease; Heart function in HCM
Left ventricular outflow obstructionWhen does HCM develop?; Gender and race; What are the symptoms of HCM?; Shortness of breath; Chest pain; Fatigue; Palpitations; Lightheadedness, near-fainting, and fainting; How is HCM diagnosed and what tests are used?; Physical examination; Echocardiogram; Electrocardiogram (ECG); Cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging (MRI or CMR); Genetic testing; Other tests that may be useful in assessing HCM in selected patients; Cardiac catheterization; Electrophysiological studies; Exercise testing; Ambulatory ECG monitoring; Radionuclide studies
Inaccurate diagnosisGeneral outlook for patients with HCM; Complications of HCM; Arrhythmias; Ventricular tachycardia/ventricular fibrillation; Atrial fibrillation and stroke; Heart failure; The problem of sudden death; Endocarditis; Aneurysms in HCM; Advanced heart failure ("end-stage" phase); Special considerations: athletes and sports activities; Treatments for HCM; Medical management; Beta-blockers; Calcium channel blockers; Disopyramide (Norpace®); Amiodarone (Cordarone®; Pacerone®); Diuretics; Anticoagulants; Drugs to be avoided; Antibiotics; Implantable defibrillators
Special considerations for implantable defibrillatorsSurgery; Alcohol septal ablation (nonsurgical myectomy); Pacemakers; Heart transplantation and end-stage HCM; Obstructive sleep apnea and HCM; Gene therapy and stem cells; Automated external defibrillators (AEDs); HCM as a chronic disease: Is a cure available?; Are you newly diagnosed?; Adapting psychologically to HCM; Family screening; What about having children? Pregnancy and delivery; Routine medical care; Diet; Exercise; Alcohol; Sexual activity/erectile dysfunction; Flu vaccination; Weight management and obesity in HCM
Other restrictionsCommunity screening for HCM; Community outreach; Driving; Traveling; Military service; Social security benefits; Family and Medical Leave Act; Health insurance; Life insurance; Students; HCM Centers; Support and advocacy groups (HCMA); What research is being conducted?; The 36 most frequently asked questions about HCM that are addressed to the HCMA by patients, caregivers, and family members; Glossary; Further reading; Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy association; Membership application; Index
Notes Written by the authority on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) and an HCM patient, and fully endorsed by the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association (HCMA), the leading advocacy and support organization, the 3rd Edition of this best-selling guide offers unparalleled insight into all aspects of living with and treating HCM. Accessible and practical, A Guide to Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy For Patients, Their Families and Interested Physicians 3rd Edition: Answers the most pressing questions posed by patients, their families, and non-specialistshealth professionals
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Subject Myocardium -- Diseases.
Cardiomyopathies
HEALTH & FITNESS -- Diseases -- General.
MEDICAL -- Clinical Medicine.
MEDICAL -- Diseases.
MEDICAL -- Evidence-Based Medicine.
MEDICAL -- Internal Medicine.
Myocardium -- Diseases
Form Electronic book
Author Salberg, Lisa
ISBN 9781118725528
1118725522