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Restrictive Cardiomyopathy: An entry from Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.</i> by Toni Rizzo, 2006
Chagasic cardiomyopathy in immigrants from Latin America to Spain.(LETTERS): An article from: Emerging Infectious Diseases by Ana Perez de Ayala, Jose-Antonio Perez-Molina, et all 2009-04-01
Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine: Congestive cardiomyopathy by Toni Rizzo, 2002-01-01
Characterization of excitation-contraction coupling in diabetic hypertensive cardiomyopathy in adult rat ventricular myocytes. (Collegiate Communications--Graduate).(Brief ... of the North Dakota Academy of Science by Loren E. Wold, David P. Relling, et all 2001-04-01
MRI useful in assessing cardiomyopathies.(Identifying Cause of Heart Failure)(Magnetic resonance imaging): An article from: Internal Medicine News by Bruce Jancin, 2004-03-15
Congestive Cardiomyopathy: An entry from Gale's <i>Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine, 3rd ed.</i> by Toni Rizzo, 2006
21st Century Ultimate Medical Guide to Cardiomyopathy - Authoritative Clinical Information for Physicians and Patients (Two CD-ROM Set) by PM Medical Health News, 2009-03-28
Cardiomyopathies (Ciba Foundation Symposium) by G. E. W., and Maeve O'Connor (editors) Wolstenholme, 1964-01-01
Cardiology Clinics: New Insights Into Dliated Cardiomyopathy, Vol. 16, Number 4 by Eric J. Eichhorn, 1998
Chronic methamphetamine use linked to cardiomyopathy.(Addiction Psychiatry): An article from: Clinical Psychiatry News by Mitchel L. Zoler, 2005-05-01
Atrial fibrillation in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: mechanisms, embolic risk and prognosis/ Hipertrofik kardiyomiyopatide atriyal fibrilasyon: Mekanizmalar, ... of Cardiology (Anadolu Kardiyoloji Dergisi) by Ajith Nair, Avi Fischer, 2006-12-01
Modulation of growth factors in experimental cardiomyopathy: Tachcardia-indused diated cardiomyopathy and ischemic cardiomyopathy by Maryam Mahmoudabady, 2010-01-13
Atlas of Heart Disease CD-ROM: Cardiomyopathies, Myocarditis & Pericardial Disease, Volume 2 (Atlas of Heart Diseases CDROM) (Vol 2) by Eugene Braunwald MD, 1996-04-01
Takotsubo cardiomyopathy: a novel "proarrhythmic" disease.(Case Report)(Clinical report): An article from: The Anatolian Journal of Cardiology (Anadolu Kardiyoloji Dergisi) by Michael A. Nault, Adrian Baranchuk, et all 2007-07-01

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Cardiomyopathy
. There are three basic types of cardiomyopathy, which are distinguished by the kind of muscle problem involved cardiomyopathy,
http://ww3.komotv.com/Global/story.asp?S=1230269
VetCentric - Dilated Cardiomyopathy - Dilated Car
Encyclopedia Entry . Category Canine. Dilated cardiomyopathy Dilated cardiomyopathy, DCM AffectedAnimals The dogs most frequently
http://www.vetcentric.com/reference/encycEntry.cfm?ENTRY=Dilated Cardiomyopathy,
VetCentric - Cardiomyopathy, Dilated Cardiomyopath
cardiomyopathy is a term that is used to describe diseases of the heart muscle. There are many types of heart disease, but cats
http://www.vetcentric.com/reference/encycEntry.cfm?ENTRY=40&COLLECTION=EncycIlln
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Pet Health Topics From The College Of Veterinary Me
Hyperthrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a disease that causes thickening of the heart muscle resulting in poor relaxing and filling ability of the heart.
http://www.vetmed.wsu.edu/ClientED/hcm.asp

Extractions: Anatomy of the heart of a cat HCM is a disease that causes thickening of the heart muscle Signs of HCM vary but often include difficulty breathing Some pets show no sign of illness, especially early in the disease. In other cases, signs of left-sided congestive heart failure (fluid accumulation in the lung) may occur. These signs include lethargy, decreased activity level, rapid and/or labored breathing and possibly open mouth breathing with excitement or exercise. Sometimes left and right-sided congestive heart failure develop with fluid accumulation inside the chest or abdominal cavity causing greater respiratory (breathing) effort and abdominal distention. Once fluid accumulations have occurred, clinical heart failure is present and aggressive medical therapy should be sought. Other signs of this disease can include sudden weakness, collapsing episodes
DoctorYourself.com - Cardiomyopathy
Reported cures for such a serious disease as cardiomyopathy are important. Especially when it was vitamins that did it. cardiomyopathy.
http://www.doctoryourself.com/cardiomyopathy.html

Extractions: (Henny Youngman) I never found out what happened to his toes. There have been a handful of times when I've had a role in saving a life. One in particular stands out. Dave was 51, intelligent and cheerful. He had brought his entire family to see me over the years. This time his wife brought him. "So what's up?" I asked them. They looked awfully serious that morning. "Dave has been to the doctor, and to a cardiologist," said his wife Sandra. "He has been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy." If you looked carefully, you could see that she was near tears. Dave nodded his head. "It doesn't look so good," Dave said. "How bad is it?" I asked. "The specialists said I have two years to live, unless I get a heart transplant, and there is even doubt about that." He looked at his wife, and then down, and then at me. "Anything we can do?" Dave asked quietly. There it was again: that question, that single question that makes the difference between passive surrender and active resistance.
BHF Heart Health - Heart Conditions: Cardiomyopathy
Heart Conditions cardiomyopathy A group of diseases can affect the heart muscle. dilated cardiomyopathy. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy What is it?
http://www.bhf.org.uk/hearthealth/index.asp?secID=1&secondlevel=77&thirdlevel=36
WSAVA 2001 - Canine Cardiomyopathy
Canine cardiomyopathy. These are manifested as idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ACM), or both problems.
http://www.vin.com/VINDBPub/SearchPB/Proceedings/PR05000/PR00034.htm

Extractions: Canine Cardiomyopathy John Bonagura United States Introduction Myocardial diseases are a common cause of heart failure, arrhythmia, and cardiovascular mortality in the dog. The most common of the canine myocardial diseases represent primary disorders of the myocardium. These are manifested as idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ACM), or both problems. ACM is characterized by recurrent atrial arrhythmias, lone atrial fibrillation (AF), or by ventricular ectopia without obvious echocardiographic evidence of myocardial failure. DCM is typified initially by asymptomatic decreases in left ventricular ejection fraction (so called occult DCM) followed by progressive left ventricular dysfunction culminating in congestive heart failure (CHF). Sudden cardiac death can occur in either form. Most cases of cardiomyopathy are influenced by genetic factors, including breed, body size, and sex. Arrhythmogenic Cardiomyopathy ACM must be distinguished from other causes of cardiac arrhythmia such as an atrial tumor (hemangiosarcoma), electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia), splenic tumor, or post-operative ventricular arrhythmia (probably caused by ischemia and reperfusion). Similarly, a medication history should be obtained to insure the arrhythmia is not caused, for example, by ongoing treatment for respiratory disease (using sympathomimetic airway dilators) or by therapy for hypothyroidism (excessive supplementation resulting in iatrogenic hyperthyroidism). Some breeds that are prone to DCM are also predisposed to hypothyroidism and may be receiving supplemental L-thyroxin. Successful management of ACM includes 1) assessing the rhythm disturbance using routine and ambulatory (Holter) ECG; 2) measuring LV ejection fraction by echocardiography; 3) reviewing relevant clinical signs; and 4) judging the clinical significance of the arrhythmia.
Cardiomyopathy - Lucile Packard Children's Hospital
Cardiovascular Diseases. cardiomyopathy What is cardiomyopathy? cardiomyopathy How does cardiomyopathy differ from other heart disorders? cardiomyopathy
http://www.lpch.org/DiseaseHealthInfo/HealthLibrary/cardiac/cmp.html

Extractions: What is cardiomyopathy? Cardiomyopathy is any disease of the heart muscle in which the heart loses its ability to pump blood effectively. In some instances, heart rhythm is disturbed, leading to irregular heartbeats, or arrhythmias. There may be multiple causes of cardiomyopathy, including viral infections. Sometimes, the exact cause of the muscle disease is never found. How does cardiomyopathy differ from other heart disorders? Cardiomyopathy differs from many of the other disorders of the heart in several ways, including the following: Cardiomyopathy can, and often does, occur in the young. The condition is fairly uncommon, affecting only about 50,000 Americans (adults and children). Cardiomyopathy is a leading cause for heart transplantation. The condition tends to be progressive and sometimes worsens fairly quickly.
Ferret Heart Disease FAQ
cardiomyopathy in the Ferret (Dr. Williams). Dr. Bruce Williams, DVM, writes cardiomyopathy (Dr. Brown). Dr. Susan Brown, DVM, writes
http://www.ferretcentral.org/faq/med/cardio.html

Extractions: Cardiomyopathy in the Ferret (Dr. Williams) Cardiomyopathy (Dr. Brown) Caring for a ferret with heart disease Living with a ferret with congestive heart failure Dr. Bruce Williams, DVM, writes: In short, CMP is a congenital problem in some lines of ferrets that manifests as ferrets get older. CMP means that the muscle of the heart becomes progressively weaker, and the heart is no longer strong enough to pump all of the blood. As the muscle weakens, it stretches, and the heart gradually enlarges, sort of like a balloon. As the blood begins to back up, it will accumulate both within the lung and around the lung (often also in the abdominal cavity), resulting in coughing, which is the most commonly noticed sign. Actually, most animals have decreases in activity first, as they tire easily. CMP can be treated with some drugs, including diuretics which help it manage the load, but the damage is progressive and cannot be reversed. Concerning CMP - the vast majority of cases are probably due to genetics. CMP is seen in Boxers, Great Danes, and Dobermans - each of these breeds has their own specific type. CMP also runs in family lines in humans. While viruses have been incriminated in humans, I have not seen lesions resembling pre-existent viral infections in the ferrets with CMP that I have seen.
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The Pediatric cardiomyopathy Registry was established to describe the epidemiologic features and clinical course of selected cardiomyopathies in patients aged
http://www.pcmregistry.org/

Extractions: The Pediatric Cardiomyopathy Registry was established to describe the epidemiologic features and clinical course of selected cardiomyopathies in patients aged 18 years or younger and to promote the development of etiology-specific treatments. For more information on the Pediatric Cardiomyopathy Registry,
Cardiomyopathy
cardiomyopathy. Definition cardiomyopathy is a weakening of the heart muscle (myocardium), which usually causes inadequate heart pumping.
http://www.healthscout.com/ency/article/001105.htm

Extractions: Specific types of cardiomyopathy include: Ischemic cardiomyopathy : This is caused by heart attacks, which leave scars in the heart muscle (myocardium). The affected myocardium is then unable to contribute to the heart pumping function. The larger the scars (or the more numerous the heart attacks), the higher the chance there is of developing ischemic cardiomyopathy. Idiopathic cardiomyopathy : The term "idiopathic" means that the cause is unknown. Usually, this term refers to dilated cardiomyopathy.
Best Practice Of Medicine-Patient Guide - Cardiomyopathy
cardiomyopathy. Basics. cardiomyopathy is a serious condition in which the heart muscle becomes damaged and cannot pump blood adequately.
http://praxis.md/index.asp?page=bhg_report&article_id=BHG01CA08§ion=report
Cardiomyopathy - Mesa Veterinary Hospital
cardiomyopathy by Dr. Laura BayWilliams, DVM. cardiomyopathy means enlargement or thickening of the heart. This type of cardiomyopathy is most common in dogs.
http://www.mesavet.com/library/cardiomyopathy.htm

Extractions: by Dr. Laura Bay-Williams, DVM Cardiomyopathy means enlargement or thickening of the heart. There are 3 different types: dilative, hypertrophic and restrictive. There are several things that your veterinarian can use to diagnose this problem in your pet. Echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) shows how well the heart is pumping and any internal defects that may exist. Finally, an electrocardiogram (ECG) will show if your pet has an abnormal heart rhythm. Dilative cardiomyopathy is when the heart enlarges and the walls become very thin. This type of cardiomyopathy is most common in dogs. Doberman pinschers, boxers, Irish wolfhounds, great danes and cocker spaniels have a higher risk of developing this problem, but it has been seen in many breeds including mixed breed dogs. Age of onset typically is between four and ten years, but occasionally younger dogs are affected. Signs to look for include difficulty breathing or increased rate of breathing, weight loss, weakness, distension of the abdomen and/or fainting. Treatment of this condition includes medications to help the heart work better and diuretics combined with a low salt diet to decrease fluid accumulation in the abdomen and the chest cavity.
MacLennan Lab Research Cardiomyopathy
Sarcoplasmic Reticulum Proteins in cardiomyopathy. Picture Olga Bezborodova cardiomyopathy Publications. Kimura, Y., Kurzydlowski
http://www.utoronto.ca/maclennan/rint6.htm

Extractions: Ca ATPase Phospholamban, Sarcolipin Brody Disease Cardiomyopathy Publications Ca Release Channel MH/CCD ... Binding Proteins Sarcoplasmic Reticulum Proteins in Cardiomyopathy Our recent work on gain of function mutants in phospholamban has led us to begin to explore the question of whether such mutants can cause cardiomyopathies. This question and questions regarding the role of calsequestrin in cardiac function will be explored in transgenic and knockout animals which are being developed. Ca ATPase Phospholamban, Sarcolipin Brody Disease Cardiomyopathy Top of Page Ca Release Channel MH/CCD ... Binding Proteins Cardiomyopathy Publications Kimura, Y., Kurzydlowski, K., Tada, M. and MacLennan, D.H. (1997) Phospholamban inhibitory function is activated by depolymerization. Journal of Biological Chemistry Matsui, H., MacLennan, D.H., Alpert, N.R. and Periasamy, M. (1995) Sarcoplasmic reticulum gene expression in pressure overload-induced cardiac hypertrophy in rabbit. American Journal of Physiology 268(1 Pt 1):C252-8 Otsu, K., Fujii, J., Periasamy, M., Difilippantonio, M., Uppender, M., Ward, D.C. and MacLennan, D.H. (1993)
Heart Care | Acquired Heart Disease | Cardiomyopathy
cardiomyopathy. Signs and Symptoms. cardiomyopathy is a form of heart disease in which the heart is abnormally enlarged, thickened and/or stiffened.
http://www.ucsfhealth.org/childrens/medical_services/heart_center/acquired/condi

Extractions: University of California, San Francisco About UCSF Quick Links... Admissions Appointments Billing Calendar Clinical Trials Clinics Conditions and Treatments Contact a Patient Contact Us Directions and Maps For Health Professionals Jobs Make A Donation Medical Dictionary Medical Tests News Patient Profiles Specialized Services UCSF Medical Center Volunteer Services Search Treatment Signs and Symptoms Cardiomyopathy is a form of heart disease in which the heart is abnormally enlarged, thickened and/or stiffened. This impairs the heart's ability to pump blood throughout the body effectively and can sometimes lead to heart failure, irregular heartbeats (called arrhythmias ) and blood clots. In children, cardiomyopathy is most common in infants under 1 year old. There are two general types of cardiomyopathy: ischemic cardiomyopathy, which results from coronary artery disease, and nonischemic cardiomyopathy. All cases of cardiomyopathy in children are considered nonischemic, of which there are four main types: Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) Also know as congestive cardiomyopathy, this is the most common form of the disease and occurs when heart muscle tissue is stretched and enlarged, making it difficult for the heart to function and often causes congestive heart failure. For the most part, the cause of DCM in children remains unknown. It is sometimes caused by viruses (such as Coxsackie B viruses), certain diseases, severe anemia or nutritional deficiencies, and rare pregnancy complications. Other cases may be genetic in nature.
July 1996 - SMJ: Apical Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Apical Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. We emphasize the need to consider hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in evaluating cases of congestive heart failure.
http://www.sma.org/smj/96jul12.htm

Extractions: and ALI R. MOOSVI, MD, Neptune, NJ ABSTRACT: We report the case of a patient with recurrent admissions for congestive heart failure who was subsequently diagnosed with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. The major physiologic characteristic of patients with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is diastolic dysfunction due to abnormal stiffness of the left ventricle during diastole, with resultant impaired ventricular filling. In these patients, as in all patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the main pathology is inadequate relaxation of the ventricle; therefore, a regimen of diuretics and inotropic agents can actually worsen the clinical picture. We emphasize the need to consider hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in evaluating cases of congestive heart failure. Apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a condition characterized by inappropriate myocardial hypertrophy involving the apex of the left ventricle. It was originally reported in Japanese patients.1,2 Typical characteristics include a spadelike configuration of the left ventricle during angiography, a giant negative T wave in the precordial electrocardiographic leads, and mild symptoms with a generally benign clinical course. We present a case and review the literature on this rare entity. CASE REPORT A 79-year-old white woman came to the hospital with rapid onset of dyspnea along with mild, left-sided chest pressure. The patient had been admitted three times in the previous year with similar symptoms and was treated with diuretics and digoxin.

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