Ischemic Cardiomyopathy Learning Center

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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...
Causes
Ischemic cardiomyopathy results when the arteries that bring blood and oxygen to the heart are blocked. There may be a ...
Tests
The physical examination may be normal, or it may reveal signs of fluid buildup (leg swelling, enlarged liver, "crackle...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to relieve symptoms and treat the cause of the condition. If symptoms are severe, you may need...
Drugs
  • atenolol
  • benazepril
  • captopril
Risk Factors
  • Age more than 50 years, male
  • Arteriosclerosis
  • Coronary Heart Disease
Complications
Arrhythmias, including lethal arrhythmias; Cardiogenic shock.
Prevention
The best way to prevent ischemic cardiomyopathy is to avoid getting heart disease. Stop smoking, eat a healthy diet, ma...
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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