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New Guidelines Could Boost HCM Diagnoses for Women

1/9/2025

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Outdated guidelines for diagnosing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) have left women in the shadows, according to a British Heart Foundation study. By considering sex and body size, diagnoses could surge by 20%. Researchers urge the adoption of personalized thresholds to enhance accuracy and ensure that all patients, especially women, receive the effective treatment they deserve.

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Outdated guidelines for diagnosing hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) have left women in the shadows, according to a British Heart Foundation study. By considering sex and body size, diagnoses could surge by 20%. Researchers urge the adoption of personalized thresholds to enhance accuracy and ensure that all patients, especially women, receive the effective treatment they deserve.