Cardiomyopathy is a condition where the heart muscle itself is abnormal. This occurs when the heart becomes thickened, weakened, dilated, and or enlarged. This causes the heart to reduce its ability to pump effectively.
Fortunately, no. The prevalence of any type of cardiomyopathy is low, approximately 56 cases per 100,000 people.
Yes, but the success rate varies depending on the type of heart dysfunction. Although it may not be fully reversible, treatment can improve symptoms, slow disease progression, and increase life expectancy.
Potential causes include:
In many cases, the cause is unknown (idiopathic).
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