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Zörner CR, Schjerning AM, Jensen MK, Christensen AH, Tfelt-Hansen J, Tønnesen J, Riis-Vestergaard LD, Middelfart C, Rasmussen PV, Gislason G, Hansen ML. Understanding the incidence of atrial fibrillation and stroke in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients: insights from Danish nationwide registries. Europace 2024; 26:euae177. [PMID: 38917047 PMCID: PMC11242463 DOI: 10.1093/europace/euae177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/27/2024] Open
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AIMS The treatment of atrial fibrillation (AF) in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) can be challenging since AF aggravates symptoms and increases the risk of stroke. Which factors contribute to the development of AF and stroke in HCM remains unknown. The aim of this study was to determine the incidence of AF and stroke in HCM patients and identify the risk factors. METHODS AND RESULTS Using Danish national registries, all HCM patients from 2005 to 2018 were included. The association between HCM, incident AF, and stroke was investigated using multivariable Cox proportional hazards analysis. Cumulative incidences were calculated using the Aalen-Johansen estimator. Among the 3367 patients without prevalent AF, 24% reached the endpoint of incident AF with death as a competing risk. Median follow-up time was 4 years. Atrial fibrillation incidence was equal between sexes and increased for patients with ischaemic heart disease [IHD; hazard ratio (HR) 1.33, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.08-1.63], hypertension (HT) (HR 1.36, 95% CI 1.14-1.67), and obstructive HCM (HR 1.27, 95% CI 1.05-1.52). Seven per cent developed stroke, with no difference detected stratifying for the presence of AF. Sub-analysis revealed that when AF was treated with oral anticoagulants (OACs), stroke was less likely (HR 0.4, 95% CI 0.18-0.86, P = 0.02). However, 34% of patients were not receiving adequate anticoagulation following AF diagnosis. CONCLUSION Obstructive HCM, HT, and IHD were associated with increased risk of AF. Prevalent AF alone was not predictive of stroke; however, AF patients treated with OAC were significantly less likely to develop stroke, suggesting that this development is driven by the protective effect of OAC. Despite this, 34% of patients did not receive OAC.
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- Christopher R Zörner
- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Cardiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- The Danish Heart Foundation, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Cardiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Forensic Medicine, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- The Danish Heart Foundation, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
- The National Institute of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, Herlev-Gentofte University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Boen HM, Alaerts M, Van Laer L, Saenen JB, Goovaerts I, Bastianen J, Koopman P, Vanduynhoven P, De Vuyst E, Rosseel M, Heidbuchel H, Van Craenenbroeck EM, Loeys B. Phenotypic spectrum of the first Belgian MYBPC3 founder: a large multi-exon deletion with a varying phenotype. Front Genet 2024; 15:1392527. [PMID: 38836037 PMCID: PMC11148247 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2024.1392527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
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Background Variants in the MYBPC3 gene are a frequent cause of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) but display a large phenotypic heterogeneity. Founder mutations are often believed to be more benign as they prevailed despite potential negative selection pressure. We detected a pathogenic variant in MYBPC3 (del exon 23-26) in several probands. We aimed to assess the presence of a common haplotype and to describe the cardiac characteristics, disease severity and long-term outcome of mutation carriers. Methods Probands with HCM caused by a pathogenic deletion of exon 23-26 of MYBPC3 were identified through genetic screening using a gene panel encompassing 59 genes associated with cardiomyopathies in a single genetic center in Belgium. Cascade screening of first-degree relatives was performed, and genotype positive relatives were further phenotyped. Clinical characteristics were collected from probands and relatives. Cardiac outcomes included death, heart transplantation, life-threatening arrhythmia, heart failure hospitalization or septal reduction therapy. Haplotype analysis, using microsatellite markers surrounding MYBPC3, was performed in all index patients to identify a common haplotype. The age of the founder variant was estimated based on the size of the shared haplotype using a linkage-disequilibrium based approach. Results We identified 24 probands with HCM harbouring the MYBPC3 exon 23-26 deletion. Probands were on average 51 ± 16 years old at time of clinical HCM diagnosis and 62 ± 10 years old at time of genetic diagnosis. A common haplotype of 1.19 Mb was identified in all 24 probands, with 19 of the probands sharing a 13.8 Mb haplotype. The founder event was estimated to have happened five generations, or 175-200 years ago, around the year 1830 in central Flanders. Through cascade screening, 59 first-degree relatives were genetically tested, of whom 37 (62.7%) were genotype positive (G+) and 22 (37.3%) genotype negative (G-). They were on average 38 ± 19 years old at time of genetic testing. Subsequent clinical assessment revealed a HCM phenotype in 19 (51.4%) G+ relatives. Probands were older (63 ± 10 vs. 42 ± 21 years; p < 0.001) and had more severe phenotypes than G+ family members, presenting with more symptoms (50% vs. 13.5%; p = 0.002), arrhythmia (41.7% vs. 12.9%, p = 0.014), more overt hypertrophy and left ventricular outflow tract obstruction (43.5% vs. 3.0%; p < 0.001). Male G+ relatives more often had a HCM phenotype (78.6% vs. 34.8%; p = 0.010) and were more severely affected than females. At the age of 50, a penetrance of 78.6% was observed, defined as the presence of HCM in 11 of 14 G+ relatives with age ≥50 years. Overall, 20.3% of all variant carriers developed one of the predefined cardiac outcomes after a median follow-up of 5.5 years with an average age of 50 (±21) years. Conclusion A Belgian founder variant, an exon 23-26 deletion in MYBPC3, was identified in 24 probands and 37 family members. The variant is characterized by a high penetrance of 78.6% at the age of 50 years but has variable phenotypic expression. Adverse outcomes were observed in 20.3% of patients during follow-up.
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- Hanne M Boen
- Research Group Cardiovascular Diseases, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Cardiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Center of Medical Genetics, Cardiogenomics, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, Antwerp University Hospital and University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Center of Medical Genetics, Cardiogenomics, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, Antwerp University Hospital and University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Research Group Cardiovascular Diseases, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Cardiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Department of Cardiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
- Center of Medical Genetics, Cardiogenomics, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, Antwerp University Hospital and University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Center of Medical Genetics, Cardiogenomics, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, Antwerp University Hospital and University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Hartcentrum Hasselt, Jessa Hospital Hasselt, Hasselt, Belgium
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- Research Group Cardiovascular Diseases, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Cardiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Research Group Cardiovascular Diseases, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Cardiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Center of Medical Genetics, Cardiogenomics, Genetics, Pharmacology and Physiopathology of Heart, Blood Vessels and Skeleton (GENCOR) Department, Antwerp University Hospital and University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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Anand V, Covington MK, Saraswati U, Scott CG, Lee AT, Frantz RP, Anavekar NS, Geske JB, Arruda-Olson AM, Klarich KW. Prevalence, sex differences, and implications of pulmonary hypertension in patients with apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Front Cardiovasc Med 2024; 10:1288747. [PMID: 38274315 PMCID: PMC10808763 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1288747] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 01/27/2024] Open
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Introduction Apical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (ApHCM) is a subtype of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) that affects up to 25% of Asian patients and is not as well understood in non-Asian patients. Although ApHCM has been considered a more "benign" variant, it is associated with increased risk of atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, apical thrombi, stroke, and progressive heart failure. The occurrence of pulmonary hypertension (PH) in ApHCM, due to elevated pressures on the left side of the heart, has been documented. However, the exact prevalence of PH in ApHCM and sex differences remain uncertain. Methods We sought to evaluate the prevalence, risk associations, and sex differences in elevated pulmonary pressures in the largest cohort of patients with ApHCM at a single tertiary center. A total of 542 patients diagnosed with ApHCM were identified using ICD codes and clinical notes searches, confirmed by cross-referencing with cardiac MRI reports extracted through Natural Language Processing and through manual evaluation of patient charts and imaging records. Results In 414 patients, echocardiogram measurements of pulmonary artery systolic pressure (PASP) were obtained at the time of diagnosis. The mean age was 59.4 ± 16.6 years, with 181 (44%) being females. The mean PASP was 38 ± 12 mmHg in females vs. 33 ± 9 mmHg in males (p < 0.0001). PH as defined by a PASP value of > 36 mmHg was present in 140/414 (34%) patients, with a predominance in females [79/181 (44%)] vs. males [61/233 (26%), p < 0.0001]. Female sex, atrial fibrillation, diagnosis of congestive heart failure, and elevated filling pressures on echocardiogram remained significantly associated with PH (PASP > 36 mmHg) in multivariable modeling. PH, when present, was independently associated with mortality [hazard ratio 1.63, 95% CI (1.05-2.53), p = 0.028] and symptoms [odds ratio 2.28 (1.40, 3.71), p < 0.001]. Conclusion PH was present in 34% of patients with ApHCM at diagnosis, with female sex predominance. PH in ApHCM was associated with symptoms and increased mortality.
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- Vidhu Anand
- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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- Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, United States
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Liu G, Su L, Lang M. A systematic review and meta-analysis of sex differences in clinical outcomes of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Front Cardiovasc Med 2023; 10:1252266. [PMID: 38116536 PMCID: PMC10728470 DOI: 10.3389/fcvm.2023.1252266] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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Background Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is recognized as the most prevalent form of genetic cardiomyopathy, and recent investigations have shed light on the existence of sex disparities in terms of clinical presentation, disease progression, and outcomes. Objectives This study aimed to systematically review the literature and perform a meta-analysis to comprehensively compare the clinical outcomes between female and male patients with HCM. Methods A thorough search was conducted in databases including PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science, encompassing literature from inception until June 2023. The primary endpoints examined were: (1) all-cause mortality; (2) an arrhythmic endpoint comprising sudden cardiac death (SCD), sustained ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, or aborted SCD; and (3) a composite endpoint incorporating either (1) or (2), in addition to hospitalization for heart failure or cardiac transplantation. Pooled estimates were derived using a random-effects meta-analysis model. Results The analysis encompassed a total of 29 observational studies, involving 44,677 patients diagnosed with HCM, of which 16,807 were female. Baseline characteristics revealed that the female group exhibited an advanced age [55.66 ± 0.04 years vs. 50.38 ± 0.03 years, pooled mean difference (MD) = 0.31, 95% CI: 0.22-0.40, p = 0.000, I2 = 88.89%], a higher proportion of New York Heart Association class III/IV patients [pooled odds ratio (OR) = 1.94, 95% CI: 1.55-2.43, p = 0.000, I2 = 85.92%], and a greater prevalence of left ventricular outflow tract gradient greater than or equal to 30 mmHg (pooled OR = 1.48, 95% CI: 1.27-1.73, p = 0.000, I2 = 68.88%) compared to the male group. The female group were more likely to have a positive genetic test (pooled OR = 1.27, 95% CI: 1.08-1.48, p = 0.000, I2 = 42.74%) and to carry the myosin heavy chain beta 7 mutation (pooled OR = 1.26, 95% CI: 1.04-1.54, p = 0.020, I2 = 0.00%) compared to the male group. Female sex exhibited a significant association with increased risks of all-cause mortality (pooled OR = 1.62, 95% CI: 1.38-1.89, p = 0.000, I2 = 72.78%) and the composite endpoint (pooled OR = 1.47, 95% CI: 1.20-1.79, p = 0.000, I2 = 84.96%), while no substantial difference was observed in the arrhythmic endpoint (pooled OR = 1.08, 95% CI: 0.87-1.34, p = 0.490, I2 = 55.48%). Conclusions The present findings suggest that female patients with HCM tend to experience poorer clinical outcomes. It is imperative to critically reevaluate disease definitions and enhance awareness to mitigate delays in the diagnosis and treatment of HCM in women, thereby fostering equitable healthcare practices. Systematic Review Registration https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/, PROSPERO (CRD42023431881).
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- Department of Cardiology, Chengdu Fifth People’s Hospital, Chengdu, China
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Li TY, Yeo S, Ngiam NJ, Lee CH, Low TT, Lim YC, Evangelista LKM, Lee EC, Sari NY, Yeo TC, Yip JW, Poh KK, Kong WK, Lin W, Sia CH, Wong RC. Effects of sex on clinical outcomes of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in Singapore. ANNALS OF THE ACADEMY OF MEDICINE, SINGAPORE 2023; 52:348-355. [PMID: 38904500 DOI: 10.47102/annals-acadmedsg.2022344] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/22/2024]
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Introduction Despite the growing recognition that sex can affect the presentation and outcomes in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), this relationship is understudied in Asians. Therefore, we aimed to explore sex differences in Asian patients with HCM. Method A total of 295 consecutive patients diagnosed with HCM were recruited from a tertiary cardiology centre from 2010 to 2017 over a mean of 3.9±2.7 years. We evaluated the effects of sex on the outcomes of HCM in Asian patients. Results HCM patients were more commonly men (72%). Women were older and had more comorbidities, including hypertension and atrial fibrillation. On transthoracic echocardiography, the indexed left ventricular end-systolic and end-diastolic volumes were similar, but more women had more-than-moderate mitral regurgitation and had a smaller left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT). Women more commonly had findings of obstructive physiology with significant LVOT obstruction, defined as >30 mmHg at rest. The use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators was similar across sexes. On multivariable analysis, women were found to be more likely to develop progressive heart failure requiring admission (hazard ratio [HR] 2.10, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.05-4.71, P=0.021) but had a lower rate of all-cause mortality (HR 0.36, 95% CI 0.19-0.70, P=0.003). Conclusion Women diagnosed with HCM were older, had more comorbidities and were more likely to develop heart failure while men had a higher risk of all-cause mortality.
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- Tony Yw Li
- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Medicine, National University Health System, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Department of Cardiology, University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital, Manila, Philippines
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Cardiology, National University Heart Centre, Singapore
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Litt MJ, Ali A, Reza N. Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Diagnosis and Management. Vasc Health Risk Manag 2023; 19:211-221. [PMID: 37050929 PMCID: PMC10084873 DOI: 10.2147/vhrm.s365001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2022] [Accepted: 03/28/2023] [Indexed: 04/07/2023] Open
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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is widely recognized as one of the most common inheritable cardiac disorders. Since its initial description over 60 years ago, advances in multimodality imaging and translational genetics have revolutionized our understanding of the disorder. The diagnosis and management of patients with HCM are optimized with a multidisciplinary approach. This, along with increased safety and efficacy of medical, percutaneous, and surgical therapies for HCM, has afforded more personalized care and improved outcomes for this patient population. In this review, we will discuss our modern understanding of the molecular pathophysiology that underlies HCM. We will describe the range of clinical presentations and discuss the role of genetic testing in diagnosis. Finally, we will summarize management strategies for the hemodynamic subtypes of HCM with specific emphasis on the rationale and evidence for the use of implantable cardioverter defibrillators, septal reduction therapy, and cardiac myosin inhibitors.
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MESH Headings
- Humans
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic, Familial/diagnosis
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic, Familial/genetics
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic, Familial/therapy
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic/diagnosis
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic/genetics
- Cardiomyopathy, Hypertrophic/therapy
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Defibrillators, Implantable
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- Michael J Litt
- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Medicine, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
- Correspondence: Nosheen Reza, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, Department of Medicine, 3400 Civic Center Boulevard, 11th Floor South Pavilion, Philadelphia, PA, 19104, USA, Tel +1 215 615 0044, Fax +1 215 615 1263, Email
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Rajab BS. Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review of the Epidemiological, Clinical, and Imaging Features. Curr Cardiol Rev 2023; 19:e250822208003. [PMID: 36028969 PMCID: PMC10201901 DOI: 10.2174/1573403x18666220825153725] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 06/27/2022] [Accepted: 07/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND A systematic review was performed to deliver a critical view of clinical and research practice on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in Saudi Arabia. Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar databases were searched for original articles reporting clinical and/or imaging findings among HCM patients in Saudi Arabia. Of 559 records identified, 3 studies and 1 abstract were included, involving 169 patients. METHODS The mean age ranged between 40and 56 years, up to 93.3% were males. A family history of HCM was reported in one study (5%), and sudden cardiac death was investigated in two studies (9% and 13%). Dyspnea was the most frequent symptom (60-68.7%) reported, followed by chest pain (12.5%-73.3%). RESULTS Regarding complications, atrial fibrillation was reported among 0-25% of the patients, mitral regurgitations among 13.3-50%, and ventricular tachycardia among 5-12.5%. Imaging parameters were inadequately documented and suggested a high prevalence of left atrial enlargement, SVI + RV5 > 35 mm, blocks, and asymmetric septal hypertrophy. CONCLUSION The ejection fraction was reported by two studies with a mean±SD of 68±13% and 77.2±8.07%. The researchers stress the paucity, low quality, and disparity in time of original studies about HCM in Saudi Arabia and recommend conducting national multicenter studies, with appropriate design, notably using screening-based recruitment methods.
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- Bodour S. Rajab
- Laboratory Medicine Department, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah 24211, Saudi Arabia
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Bhatia RT, Papadakis M. Female sex and persistent inequalities in the care of patients with hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy: a call to action. Eur J Prev Cardiol 2022; 29:1542-1544. [PMID: 35708719 DOI: 10.1093/eurjpc/zwac120] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Raghav T Bhatia
- Cardiovascular Clinical Academic Group, St George's, University of London, St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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- Cardiovascular Clinical Academic Group, St George's, University of London, St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, United Kingdom
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