Sudden death in nondilated cardiomyopathies: Pathophysiology and prevention (original) (raw)
2005, Current Heart Failure Reports
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The review addresses the critical issue of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in patients with nondilated cardiomyopathies, a condition that comprises a small but significant portion of such events. It highlights the arrhythmic nature of SCD, identifying hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) as a prominent risk factor among young individuals. Key findings indicate the challenges in identifying high-risk patients and the potential role of implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) as a more effective treatment compared to traditional medical therapies. Despite the uncertainty of ICD effectiveness across different types of nondilated cardiomyopathies, its consideration is urged for high-risk patients due to lack of comprehensive trial data.
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