Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy 1 C3495498
A genetic heart condition where the heart muscle becomes abnormally thick, potentially obstructing blood flow. Treatment includes medications and lifestyle changes to manage symptoms and reduce complications.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- I78.0
- ICD-11
- BA00.0
- 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
Syncope
Chest discomfort or palpitations
(cardiovascular)Significant symptoms that substantially affect daily functioning.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Exertional dyspnea
(cardiovascular)Palpitations
(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
Beta-adrenergic blockers
First-line pharmacologic therapy using beta-blockers to reduce heart rate, decrease contractility, and improve ventricular filling. These medications help relieve symptoms such as dyspnea, chest pain, and palpitations in patients with obstructive or non-obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
Disease management and monitoring
Active treatment with regular monitoring by a healthcare provider is recommended.
Regular cardiac monitoring
Comprehensive surveillance including echocardiography, ECG, and Holter monitoring to assess disease progression, left ventricular outflow tract obstruction, and arrhythmia risk. Frequency adjusted based on symptom severity and family history.
Additional treatment options
Activity restriction and exercise modification
Structured guidance to avoid competitive sports and high-intensity activities that may trigger arrhythmias or worsen outflow obstruction. Light aerobic exercise may be permitted based on individual risk stratification.
lifestyleSeptal myectomy
Surgical intervention to remove a portion of the hypertrophied septum, reducing left ventricular outflow tract obstruction. Reserved for patients with persistent severe symptoms despite optimal medical therapy or those with significant obstruction.
surgicalAlcohol septal ablation
Minimally invasive catheter-based procedure that injects alcohol into the septal artery to induce controlled infarction of the hypertrophied septum, reducing obstruction. Alternative to surgical myectomy for selected patients.
procedureWhen 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.
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