A guide to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy : for patients, their families and interested physicians / Barry J. Maron, Lisa Salberg.

Preceded by: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy / by Barry J. Maron, Lisa Salberg. 2nd ed. 2006.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)? -- Historical perspective and names -- How common is HCM? -- What is the cause of HCM? -- Structure of the heart -- Heart function in HCM -- Left ventricular outflow obstruction -- When does HCM develop? -- Gender and race -- What are the symptoms of HCM? -- How is HCM diagnosed and what tests are used? -- Other tests that may be useful in assessing HCM in selected patients -- Inaccurate diagnosis -- General outlook for patients with HCM -- Complications of HCM -- Special considerations : athletes and sports activities -- Treatments for HCM -- Special considerations for implantable defibrillators -- Obstructive sleep apnea and HCM -- Gene therapy and stem cells -- Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) -- HCM as a chronic disease : is a cure available? -- Are you newly diagnosed? -- Adapting psychologically to HCM -- Family screening -- What about having children? Pregnancy and delivery -- Routine medical care -- Community screening for HCM -- Community outreach -- Driving -- Traveling -- Military service -- Social security benefits -- Family and medical leave act -- Health insurance -- Life insurance -- Students -- HCM centers -- Support and advocacy groups (HCMA) -- What research is being conducted? -- The 36 most frequently asked questions about HCM that are addressed to the HCMA by patients, caregivers, and family members.