41. Restrictive Cardiomyopathy And ARVD Information Restrictive cardiomyopathy and ARVD are serious forms of cardiomyopathy in children accounting for less than 5% of cases. http://www.childrenscardiomyopathy.org/main/understand.htm

Search the Site UNDERSTANDING PEDIATRIC CARDIOMYOPATHY DESCRIPTION OF DISORDER OVERVIEW OF PEDIATRIC CARDIOMYOPATHY CAUSES LONG TERM PROGNOSIS The medical information that follows provides a basic overview of cardiomyopathy and is not meant to be conclusive in its medical content. For more detailed information on a specific cardiomyopathy, please check the listed medical sites or, better yet, consult with your physician. As mentioned previously, cardiomyopathy is a highly variable disease and a thorough medical examination is recommended to make the proper diagnosis and to assess the outlook. When your child is first diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, there is a large amount of new information to absorb and the experience can be isolating. Most of the available sources will write specifically about the more common, adult forms of the disease, which may or may not apply to your child's condition. In some pediatric cases, the causes, symptoms and disease progression may be quite different from adults diagnosed with the same disorder.

42. Cats And Heart Disease Information on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, its symptoms and treatment. http://home.online.no/~colmar/hcm_eng.html

CATS AND HEART DISEASE WHAT IS HCM? SYMPTOMS DIAGNOSIS Heart disease in felines usually comprises various forms of a defective heart muscle, or cardiomyopathy (cardio = heart, myo = muscle, pathy = disease). Felines most commonly develop one of three different types: DCM (Dialated Cardiomyopathy) leads to enlarged heart chambers due to a weakning of the heart muscle, and was relatively common until quite recently. Today it is rarely seen thanks to the adequate addition of Taurine in most main brands of cat food. RCM (Restrictive Cardiomyopathy) is a form akin to HCM, and is often seen in older cats. It manifests itself in progressively poorer heart function with reduced ability to pump. This leads to an accumulation of blood in the heart, and an enlargement of the atrium. By far the most common type of heart disease in felines is HCM (Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy). The rest of this article with deal mainly with HCM. WHAT IS HCM? HCM, or Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, is a heart disorder in which the left wall of the heart grows and thickens. (Hypertrophic = thickening) 1. Normal feline heart

43. Maine Coon Heritage Site-Info For Breeders Dedicated to providing outcross, inbreeding and health information for breeders. Includes genetic history information, links to articles for breeders, and links to health information for feline hip dysplasia and cardiomyopathy. http://bowen1.home.mindspring.com/mchs/

This site is dedicated to providing outcross, inbreeding and health information for today's breeders, to insure a healthy genetic heritage for tomorrow's kittens. (German http://www.mchs.de Introduction: The past, present and future of the genetic heritage of Maine Coon cats. Articles by Maine Coon Breeders and others, more submissions welcome! Outcrossed cattery list List of catteries working with outcrosses. Foundation cat list The ancestors of todays Maine Coons, and their offspring Links: Pedigree Databases, inbreeding and health information, and much more! Methuselahs - Maine Coons living to age 15 years or more Glossary of Terms This site is a work in process. We welcome submissions of appropriate articles and links, comments, constructive criticism, and any suggestions to help make this a better, more informative site! Send e-mail to: Webmistress: coontopia@mindspring.com for your suggestions of new articles and links. Site Map This site created and co-authored by Cynthia Bowen - Coontopia Ulrika Olsson - S*Ylletrollets Astrid Straver - Tricks and Tails Janet Marr - Furkats

44. Gilead--The Israeli Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association A detailed outline of what the association is and is trying to accomplish. Also the story of Gilead Har'El. http://gilead.org.il/ihcma/

Gilead—The Israeli Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association Contents Who was Gilead? Who is Zvi? What is this association going to be? Sister associations ... Contact information Who was Gilead? Gilead Har’El was a young student of Architecture who led a very happy and complete life. True, he had Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy which prevented him to join the army with his classmates when he graduated high school, but he started his academic studies and really enjoyed it. True, he was not allowed to do competitive sports, but he found his compensation in doing art—drawing, photography, and more—and in giving and receiving love and warmth to his friends and family. One bright day Gilead was on the way back to the Technion after purchasing art supplies. A friend stopped his motorcycle where Gilead stood on the pavement and suggested to give him a ride. Gilead smiled, said “cool...”, and collapsed. A passing paramedic gave him immediate cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and a mobile intensive care unit which arrived nine minutes later did its full repertoire—in vain. Gilead, 19 years old, died in the last day of his first undergraduate year... Who is Zvi?

45. Cardiomyopathy Association Of Australia - Home Page The cardiomyopathy Association of Australia is a voluntary, nonprofit organisation that supports people with cardiomyopathy and their families. http://www.cmaa.org.au/

Home Latest News What is Cardiomyopathy? CMAA History/Profile ... Thanks to... Welcome to the ABN: 36 091 171 470 A voluntary organisation founded by Robyn Bell Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart which can affect anyone at any time. The association aims to: Help individuals and families to meet Provide up-to-date information Increase public awareness Foster medical research Please ensure that you read our Terms and Conditions of Use. Last updated 31 March 2004 You are visitor number: to our site. A Charitable Organization: Donations of $2.00 and over are tax deductible. © 1999-2000 Cardiomyopathy Association of Australia Ltd. ABN: 36 091 171 470 Terms and Conditions of Use

46. Cardiomyopathy Free Support Website Group Chat with others about heart transplant operations and cardiomyopathy. http://www.heartmiracles.com/

Heart Miracles Free Info Site Enter Free Cardiomyopathy and Heart Transplant Information Board Join for free in under thirty seconds to join health discussions Relaxation and Healing through Guided Meditation Open your heart to healing, stress reduction and finding inner peace Ginseng Information Cardio and Free Health Links Home Cardiomyopathy Support Group Welcome to our free cardiomyopathy and hypertrophic related discussion group and support site. Our free internet bulletin board community has information relating to heart surgery, heart transplants, cardio myopathy, heart problems, and links to websites with information about Cardiomyopathy treatment centers. We welcome health association news posts. Heartmiracles.com Forum List: Cardio Cafe - Starting point for new users, general talk and top.....

47. Bmj.com Collected Resources : Cardiomyopathy cardiomyopathy. Citations 17 of 7 total displayed. Most recent content (22 May 2004) News roundup Number reacting to smallpox vaccination http://bmj.bmjjournals.com/cgi/collection/Cardiomyopathy

Home Help Search/Archive Feedback Collected Resources Cardiomyopathy Citations 1-7 of 7 total displayed. Most recent content (22 May 2004): News roundup Number reacting to smallpox vaccination is higher than expected Janice Hopkins Tanne BMJ 2004;328:1220 , doi:10.1136/bmj.328.7450.1220-b [Abridged text] [Abridged PDF] [Full text] Past content (since May 2001): Clinical review Non-coronary percutaneous intervention Ever D Grech BMJ 2003;327:97-100 , doi:10.1136/bmj.327.7406.97 [Full text] [PDF] Papers Prospective observational cohort study of time saved by prehospital thrombolysis for ST elevation myocardial infarction delivered by paramedics David K Pedley, Kim Bissett, Elizabeth M Connolly, Carol G Goodman, Ian Golding, T H Pringle, G P McNeill, S D Pringle, and M C Jones BMJ 2003;327:22-26 , doi:10.1136/bmj.327.7405.22 [Abstract] [Full text] [PDF] News roundup Nearly 900 more cardiologists needed because of cut in working hours Zosia Kmietowicz BMJ 2002;325:855 , doi:10.1136/bmj.325.7369.855/a [Abridged text] [Full text] [PDF] Clinical review ABC of clinical electrocardiography: Broad complex tachycardia Part II June Edhouse and Francis Morris BMJ 2002;324:776-779 , doi:10.1136/bmj.324.7340.776

48. Condition Compass Heart conditions information including congestive heart failure symptoms, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, ejection fraction and dilated cardiomyopathy. http://www.guidant.com/condition/

Print this page E-mail to a friend PATIENTS AND FAMILIES Guidant Patients ... Resources Condition Compass Your guide to heart and blood vessel conditions and treatments Heart and Blood Vessel Basics Learn about your heart and blood vessels through illustrations, animations, and interactive activities. More The Heart's Electrical System Bradycardia (Pacemakers) Tachycardia (Defibrillators) Atrial Fibrillation The Heart's Pumping Ability Heart Failure The Heart's Blood Vessels Coronary Artery Disease Heart Attack The Blood Vessels Outside of the Heart Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Peripheral Vascular Disease What's New We continually add new information for Patients and Families. See a sampling of our new features Update Have you heard about HIPAA in the news? Learn Guidant's position Resources LifeBeat Online e-Newsletter Illustrated Glossary From the Experts at MayoClinic.com Partner Sites and Other Online Resources ... Terms and Conditions

49. EMedicine - Cardiomyopathy, Dilated : Article By Heather Murphy-Lavoie, MD, FAAE cardiomyopathy, Dilated cardiomyopathy is a broad term that includes subacute or chronic disorders of the myocardium. It also http://www.emedicine.com/EMERG/topic80.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties CME PDA ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Emergency Medicine Cardiovascular Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Last Updated: December 30, 2003 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: myocardiopathy, disease of the myocardium, heart disease, low cardiac output, cardiac failure, heart failure, congestive heart failure, CHF AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Heather Murphy-Lavoie, MD, FAAEM , Clinical Instructor, Section of Emergency Medicine and Hyperbaric Medicine, Charity Hospital, Louisiana State University Coauthor(s): Charles Preston, MD , Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Section of Emergency Medicine, Charity Hospital, Louisiana State University Heather Murphy-Lavoie, MD, FAAEM, is a member of the following medical societies: American Academy of Emergency Medicine American College of Emergency Physicians American Medical Association , and Society for Academic Emergency Medicine Editor(s): David FM Brown, MD

50. EMedicine - Cardiomyopathy, Peripartum : Article By Michael Carson, MD cardiomyopathy, Peripartum Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a dilated cardiomyopathy of uncertain etiology that is defined as (1) development of cardiac http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic292.htm

(advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Cardiology Cardiomyopathy, Peripartum Last Updated: April 15, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: PPCM, puerperal cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, heart disease, cardiac failure AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography Author: Michael Carson, MD , Chief, Division of General Internal Medicine, St Peter's University Hospital; Clinical Assistant Professor, Departments of Medicine and Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Sciences, UMDNJ - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Coauthor(s): David Evan Jacob, MD, FACC , Acting Chief, Section of Cardiology, Saint Peter's University Hospital of New Brunswick Michael Carson, MD, is a member of the following medical societies: American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine Society of General Internal Medicine , and Society of Obstetric Medicine Editor(s): Gary E Sander, MD

51. Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Details Ludo's story and his battle with this disease. Provides brief and detailed diary entries of one cats life after diagnosis. http://www.acay.com.au/~j-kivits/feline.html

52. Cardiomyopathy - Heart Muscle Disorders cardiomyopathy heart muscle disorders Guide picks. By your Guide. Overview of cardiomyopathy from the NHLBI A useful overview of the cardiomyopathies. http://heartdisease.about.com/cs/cardiomyopathy/

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53. Heart Disease And Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Heart Disease And Hypertrophic Ca Answers questions such as what is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, how common is it, how does it develop, symptoms, physical exam, and is there a cure. http://members.tripod.com/ineaia/pagefour.html

var cm_role = "live" var cm_host = "tripod.lycos.com" var cm_taxid = "/memberembedded" What Is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy? (HCM) Cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the muscle of the heart is abnormal in the absence of an apparent cause. This terminology is purely descriptive and is based on the Latin deviation. There are three types of cardiomyopathy: "hypertrophic", "dilated" and "restrictive". The main feature of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is an excessive thickening of the heart muscle (hypertrophy literally means to thicken). Heart muscle may thicken in normal individuals as a result of high blood pressure or prolonged athletic training. In Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM), however the muscle thickening occurs without an obvious cause. In addition, microscopic examination of the heart muscle in HCM shows abnormal. The normal alignment of muscle cells is absent and this abnormality is called "myocardial disarray" How Common is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy? Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy is a relatively uncommon heart disease. Its exact frequency is unknown. A paper issued by Dr. Barry Maron of the Minneapolis Heart Institute, August 1995, estimated that 1 in 500 births could be effected by HCM. In the United Kingdom it is estimated that approximately 10,000 people have the condition. It is not possible to estimate the number of affected people in the United States at this time. It is one of the goal of this organization to establish how many people in the USA are affected.

54. Heart Failure And Cardiomyopathy There are three basic types of cardiomyopathy, which are distinguished by the kind of muscle problem involved...... More results from heartdisease.about.com HealthCentral.com cardiomyopathy. http://heartdisease.about.com/health/heartdisease/library/weekly/aa122000a.htm

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55. MINXIE THE CAT Personal page of a cat with feline cardiomyopathy. http://www.angelfire.com/ego2/minxiethecat/index.html

var cm_role = "live" var cm_host = "angelfire.lycos.com" var cm_taxid = "/memberembedded" MINXIE THE CAT My Favorite Web Sites Angelfire - Free Home Pages Neopets! Games! Books! Music! The BEST in Massachusetts! ... Ok...not about cats...Great comic strip! Meet Minxie This isn't Minxie...but it looks like her when she was a kitten. Minxie is a four-year-old American shorthair. She was adopted from a pet store. Despite being the cutest of the litter, no one wanted her because she was born with a heart murmur. Minxie suffers from a very common feline heart problem called cardiomyopathy (for more info check Feline Cardiomyopathy ). If diagnosed early enough, the prognosis for your pet is usually positive. Minxie was diagnosed during her first year. Although on medication twice a day for the rest of her life, it is likely that she will live out her full life span. TOTALLY WORTH IT! Besides her regular yearly visit to the vet, Minxie also has to get echocardiograms once a year to monitor the progress of the disease (so far, so good!). It can be difficult and expensive caring for a pet with a disease like hers. Please spay/neuter your pet. Although we adore Minxie, we also realize that there are many cats out there with the same condition who can't find a loving home. If untreated, this disease is deadly. Many strays don't have access to the care required. Minxie was spayed at 6 months. It was a day-long procedure, and although she had some discomfort after the surgery, she recovered very quickly!

56. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Alcoholic Cardiomyopathy General Health Encyclopedia, Alcoholic cardiomyopathy. care provider Alternative names cardiomyopathy alcoholic Definition A disorder http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000174.cfm

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57. Cardiomyopathy A list of all the different types and a brief descriptions of each. http://www.ozemail.com.au/~jber/Cardio/cardiomyopathy.htm

58. HCMA - Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Membership information is discussed as well as indepth discussion on this disorder. Some topics are, how common it is, symptoms, diagnosing, cures and research. http://www.hcma-heart.com/

59. Cardiomyopathy cardiomyopathy in cats. cardiomyopathy literally means disease of the heart muscle. cardiomyopathy seems to be more common in young and middle aged male cats. http://www.fabcats.org/cardiomyopathy.html

Feline Advisory Bureau About FAB Membership Make a donation Boarding Catteries ... PKD scheme Cardiomyopathy in cats Cardiomyopathy literally means disease of the heart muscle. The term is reserved for those cases where the cause of the disease is unknown. There are a number of well recognised diseases which cause changes in the heart muscle and therapy in these cases is directed towards short term support of heart function while the primary disease is being treated. Examples include taurine deficiency, which can lead to dilation of the heart, and hyperthyroidism, which is associated with hypertrophy (enlargement) of the heart muscle. Terminology to describe primary (without demonstrable underlying cause) cardiomyopathies in the cat is complex. Most cases can be classified under one of three headings. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) In this condition the heart chambers become enlarged due to weakening of the heart muscle which is no longer able to pump the blood out of the heart in sufficient quantities to meet demand. This is described as systolic failure.

60. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Dilated cardiomyopathy has been linked to nutritional deficiencies (eg taurine) and today is much less common than the Hypertrophic or variants of Hypertrophic http://www.newmanveterinary.com/felhcm.html

I ntroduction Description Etiology ... Treatment .The author wishes to acknowledge VIN cardiology message board and library as well as the publication by John E. Rush, DVM, MS in: Veterinary Clinics of North America , Nov. 1998, pp1459 for much of the information displayed on this page. Feline cardiomyopathies are of several kinds. Dilated and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathies are the most common. Dilated cardiomyopathy has been linked to nutritional deficiencies (e.g. taurine) and today is much less common than the Hypertrophic or variants of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy. Idiopathic Restrictive (and Endomyocarditis-related excessive moderator band-related and endomyocarditis-related Cardiomyopathy is uncommonly diagnosed (or misdiagnosed) and can results from distortions of papillary muscle and/or chordae tendonae, either of which may become fused and/or distorted due to inflammatory cell infiltration and fibrous adhesions. Signs of left atrial dilatation and ventricular hypertrophy may mimic those of hypertrophic (and dilated) cardiomyopathies. In addition to the above specific cardiomyopathies, cats can also develop valvular disorders, some of which are idiopathic in etiology. . Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy , (HCM) may be primary (idiopathic) or secondary to other (metabolic) causes (excess cathecholamines, hyperthyroidism, acromegaly, hypertension). The remainder of this discussion will focus on the anatomical and physiological manifestations, the diagnosis and proposed treatment of

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