The Centers Often Have More Advanced Testing and Therapies for oHCM
Comprehensive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy centers also offer specialized diagnostic tools and newer treatment options that might not be as readily available in standard settings. These can include:
- Advanced echocardiograms
- Cardiac MRI
- Specialized stress testing
- Genetic testing and counseling
These diagnostic tools give your medical team a clearer picture of how obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is affecting your heart and what type of treatment is best for you.
For people with obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy who are still experiencing symptoms, despite taking medication, specialized centers offer expert evaluation for procedures such as septal myectomy and alcohol septal ablation. These interventions reduce heart muscle thickness and improve blood flow, which can help ease symptoms.
“We’re able to offer more advanced medical therapies [and] up-and-coming research options in terms of clinical trials or research studies,” says Atkins.
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