Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy
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Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy is a disease in which the heart muscle thickens abnormally, which can hinder the outflow of blood from the heart.
Common symptoms: Shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, or fainting, especially during exertion; in some cases it causes no symptoms.
Common causes: It usually has a genetic origin, so it can occur in several members of the same family.
Which specialist treats it? The cardiologist performs the workup and follow-up, in minors the pediatric cardiologist is involved and, depending on the situation, the cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon. If there is a family history or symptoms during exercise, it is advisable to go for a cardiology evaluation.
Data on 105 doctors who treat hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
Which specialist treats hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy?
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy is a thickening of the heart muscle that can obstruct blood outflow. A cardiologist evaluates this condition, a pediatric cardiologist follows up in children, and a cardiothoracic surgeon steps in if surgery is needed. If you have chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath during exertion, see one of these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. José Luis Lucho Hernández
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Charles Cesar Lazo Cárdenas
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy?
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy is a disease in which the heart muscle thickens abnormally, which can hinder the outflow of blood from the heart.
Which doctor treats hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy?
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy is a thickening of the heart muscle that can obstruct blood outflow. A cardiologist evaluates this condition, a pediatric cardiologist follows up in children, and a cardiothoracic surgeon steps in if surgery is needed. If you have chest pain, fainting, or shortness of breath during exertion, see one of these specialists.