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Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
Patients with this condition have weakened heart pumps, either due to previous heart attacks or due to current blockages of the coronary arteries. (There may be a build-up of cholesterol and other substances, called pla...
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Symptoms
Sensation of feeling the heart beat (palpitations; Irregular or rapid pulse; Shortness of breath, especially with activ...
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Causes
Ischemic cardiomyopathy results when the arteries that bring blood and oxygen to the heart are blocked. There may be a ...
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Tests
The physical examination may be normal, or it may reveal signs of fluid buildup (leg swelling, enlarged liver, "crackle...
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Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms and treat the cause of the condition. If symptoms are severe, you may need...
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Drugs
atenolol
benazepril
captopril
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Risk Factors
Age more than 50 years, male
Arteriosclerosis
Coronary Heart Disease
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Complications
Arrhythmias, including lethal arrhythmias; Cardiogenic shock.
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Prevention
The best way to prevent ischemic cardiomyopathy is to avoid getting heart disease. Stop smoking, eat a healthy diet, ma...
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Doctor Specialties
Go to the emergency room or call 911 if you have symptoms that may be ischemic cardiomyopathy, or if chest pain is pres...
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