CARDIOVASCULAR

Question 1

Define dilated cardiomyopathy

Answer 1

systolic dysfunction, leading to a dilated, weak heart

Question 2

What is the most common type of cardiomyopathy?

Answer 2

dilated cardiomyopathy (DCMP)

Question 3

Risk factors for dilated cardiomyopathy? (age + gender)

Answer 3

20-60

male

Question 4

Management for dilated cardiomyopathy?

Answer 4

Standard systolic heart failure treatment:
-ACE inhibitors, Beta blockers, ARBS, spironolactone
Symptom control with diuretics
Automated implantable cardioverted/defibrillator if ejection fraction <35-30%