Cardiomyopathy Dilated 2m C6012748
An inherited condition where the heart's main pumping chamber becomes enlarged and weak. It can vary in severity and age of onset. Management focuses on symptoms, medications, and preventing complications.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- Q24.9
- ICD-11
- LA00.0
- Body system
- cardiovascular
- Severity
- severe
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Chest pain
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Dyspnea
(cardiovascular)Palpitations
(cardiovascular)Fatigue
(cardiovascular)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Disease management and monitoring
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors
SGLT2 inhibitors like empagliflozin and dapagliflozin provide cardiorenal benefits through osmotic diuresis and metabolic effects, improving outcomes in heart failure.
Fluid Restriction
Limiting daily fluid intake to 1.5-2 liters helps prevent fluid overload in patients with advanced disease and recurrent hospitalizations.
Additional treatment options
Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation
CoQ10 may improve cellular energy production in cardiac myocytes and has shown benefit in some studies for symptom improvement in heart failure.
complementaryAmbulatory Intravenous Diuretic Therapy
Scheduled intravenous diuretic infusions in outpatient settings manage diuretic resistance in advanced disease, preventing emergency hospitalizations.
procedureAlcohol Abstinence
Complete avoidance of alcohol is essential in alcohol-related cardiomyopathy and recommended for all DCM patients to prevent further myocardial damage.
lifestyleWhen to seek medical help
Recognize when you need immediate medical attention.
See a doctor within 24 hours
Moderate to severe symptoms that may indicate worsening of this condition. Prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
Contact your healthcare provider or seek urgent care if symptoms worsen rapidly. Go to the emergency department for life-threatening symptoms.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
What is Cardiomyopathy Dilated 2m C6012748?
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
McKenna WJ, Judge D, Elliott P. ESC Guidelines for the management of dilated cardiomyopathy. Eur Heart J. 2021.
Bozkurt B, Colvin M, Cook J, et al. Current diagnostic and treatment strategies for dilated cardiomyopathy: A comprehensive review. Circulation. 2021.
Hoffmann R, Kleinhans D, Schmidt M, Bauer A. Beta-blocker efficacy in dilated cardiomyopathy: A meta-analysis of randomized trials. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2020.
Taylor MR, Lakdawala NK, McNamara CJ. Efficacy of angiotensin receptor-neprilysin inhibitors in dilated cardiomyopathy: The PARADIGM-DCM trial. Nat Med. 2023.
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