Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy: An often missed diagnosis in athletes

Lemasters, Charles S. II, PA-C; Grosel, John M. MD

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Charles Lemasters practices in orthopedics at The Trinity Joint and Spine Center, Steubenville, Ohio. Mr. Lemasters was a student in the Marietta College PA program when this article was written. John Grosel is Assistant Professor in the Marietta College PA program and a radiologist at Marietta Memorial Hospital, both in Marietta, Ohio. The authors have indicated no relationships to disclose relating to the content of this article.

JAAPA 23(6):p 42-46, June 2010.

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Abstract

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Identify the signs and symptoms associated with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM)

• Explain the process involved in preparticipation screening of competitive athletes for HCM, including the recommendations of the American Heart Association

• Understand the treatment for HCM

ECG can diagnose HCM, a known cause of sudden cardiac death in young athletes. Conflicting opinions on its clinical value and concerns about costs inhibit routine use of the test.

EARN CATEGORY I CME CREDIT by reading this article and the article beginning on page 19 and successfully completing the posttest on page 47. Successful completion is defined as a cumulative score of at least 70% correct. This material has been reviewed and is approved for 1 hour of clinical Category I (Preapproved) CME credit by the AAPA. The term of approval is for 1 year from the publication date of June 2010.