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ArticleCureus2023

Cardiac Remodeling and Functional Changes in Patients With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: A Longitudinal Observational Study.

Shabarnadh Reddy, Dharma Teja, Rithvika R, Loney Vishal, Harshadeep Gattu, Meghana R Nagilla

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Article in Cureus, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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6 authors at 5 institutions in 2 countries.

Shabarnadh ReddyDepartment of General Medicine, Narayana Medical College, Nellore, IND.
Dharma TejaDepartment of General Medicine, Mamata Medical College, Khammam, IND.
Rithvika RDepartment of General Medicine, Osmania Medical College and Hospital, Hyderabad, IND.
Loney VishalDepartment of General Medicine, Osmania Medical College and Hospital, Hyderabad, IND.
Harshadeep GattuDepartment of General Medicine, Osmania Medical College and Hospital, Hyderabad, IND.
Meghana R NagillaMedical School, Rutgers University, Newark, USA.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey · USMamata Medical College · INNarayana Dental College and Hospital · INNarayan Medical College and Hospital · INOsmania General Hospital · IN

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Abstract

backgroundHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a hereditary cardiac disorder characterized by abnormal thickening of the left ventricular myocardium. This can lead to various clinical manifestations, including sudden death.

aimTo investigate the cardiac remodeling and functional changes in patients with HCM over a specific time period and explore the impact of different treatment regimens on disease progression.

methodsWe conducted a prospective longitudinal observational study involving 100 patients diagnosed with HCM. Baseline clinical data, including demographics, medical history, and echocardiographic measurements, were collected. Follow-up assessments were performed at regular intervals over 24 months to track changes in cardiac structure, function, and clinical status. Statistical analysis, including paired t-tests and subgroup analysis, was conducted to identify significant associations and differences between treatment groups.

resultsA total of 100 patients (mean age = 55 years, 50% male) were enrolled in the study. At baseline, echocardiography revealed increased left ventricular wall thickness (mean = 18.5 mm), left atrial dimensions (mean = 39 mm), and ventricular mass (mean = 230 g). During the follow-up period, there was a progressive increase in left ventricular wall thickness (mean change = 1.0 mm/year, p < 0.001), left atrial dimensions (mean change = 3.0 mm/year, p < 0.001), and ventricular mass (mean change = 8 g/year, p = 0.003). Additionally, alterations in diastolic and systolic function parameters were noted, with a decline in E/A ratio (mean change = -0.1 units/year, p = 0.008) and a reduction in ejection fraction (mean change = -2.0% per year, p = 0.001).

conclusionOur longitudinal observational study provides important insights into the cardiac remodeling and functional changes in patients with HCM over time. The progressive increase in cardiac parameters indicates ongoing disease progression. Additionally, beta-blocker therapy was associated with a slower rate of left ventricular wall thickening. These findings contribute to a better understanding of HCM's natural history and may guide targeted therapeutic approaches to improve patient outcomes.

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cardiac functioncardiac remodellingechocardiographyhypertrophic cardiomyopathylongitudinal study

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