Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy For Patients, Their Families and Interested Physicians, Second Edition

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: For Patients, Their Families and Interested Physicians, Second Edition By
2006 | 134 Pages | ISBN: 1405147105 | PDF | 5 MB
When there is a diagnosis of HCM in a family, this complete, easy-to-read guide is your essential resource for finding the answers to your many questions. In clear and straightforward language, it explains what hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is, what the symptoms are, and how it can be treated, as well as reviewing the genetic implications and offering candid lifestyle advice.Drawing on the expertise of Dr. Barry Maron, an internationally recognized authority on HCM, the book addresses major questions and concerns of both patients and families. Fully revised to reflect the latest developments, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: For patients, their families and interested physicians, Second Edition, is a valuable source of straightforward advice and dependable information for everyone who is affected by HCM.Content: Chapter 1 What is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)? (pages 1-2): Chapter 2 Historical Perspective and Names (pages 3-4): Chapter 3 How Common is HCM? (pages 5-7): Chapter 4 What is the Cause of HCM? (pages 7-10): Chapter 5 Heart Structure in HCM (pages 10-18): Chapter 6 When Does HCM Develop?: HCM in Infants and Children (pages 18-19): Chapter 7 Gender and Race (page 20): Chapter 8 What are the Symptoms of HCM? (pages 20-21): Chapter 9 How is HCM Diagnosed and What Tests are Used? (pages 22-26): Chapter 10 Other Investigations That May be Useful (pages 26-28): Chapter 11 General Outlook For Patients with HCM (pages 28-30): Chapter 12 Complications of HCM (pages 30-36): Chapter 13 Special Considerations: Athletes and Sports Activities (pages 37-40): Chapter 14 Treatments for HCM (pages 40-54): Chapter 15 Is a Cure Available? (pages 55-56): Chapter 16 Family Screening (pages 56-60): Chapter 17 What About Having Children?: Pregnancy and Delivery (pages 60-61): Chapter 18 Routine Medical Care (pages 61-62): Chapter 19 General Lifestyle Advice (pages 62-77): Chapter 20 Support and Advocacy Groups (pages 77-80): Chapter 21 What Research is Being Conducted? (page 81): Chapter 22 The 34 Most Frequently Asked Questions by Patients About HCM, as Addressed to the HCMA (pages 82-91):