Educational overview only. This page summarizes publicly available health information for general understanding and awareness. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For personalized guidance or care decisions, consult a qualified healthcare professional.
📋Overview
Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy (FDCM) is a hereditary form of dilated cardiomyopathy characterized by enlargement and impaired contraction of the heart's left ventricle, leading to reduced cardiac output. It is a subset of dilated cardiomyopathy caused by genetic mutations affecting cardiac muscle structure and function. The term 'familial' indicates a genetic predisposition with autosomal dominant inheritance being most common. Modern terminology focuses on genetic dilated cardiomyopathy or inherited dilated cardiomyopathy.
Sections:
Additional Resources
Found an Error?
Help us keep this information accurate. If you notice any incorrect details, please submit a correction request.