Evaluation and Management Tool

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a relatively common condition affecting the heart muscle and can present at any age.

The evaluation and management of HCM is outlined in the following downloadable point of care tool. The principal role of genetic testing is not to confirm a diagnosis but rather to identify the causative gene in the affected individual and to provide a clinical tool for screening family members at risk of developing the disease. In general, affected individuals and their first degree relatives should be referred to both cardiology and genetics specialists. Updated June 2014.

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy point of care tool  [Under review]  (More information on HCM can be found in the GECKO on the run)

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