Congestive Cardiomyopathy : Articles
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Dilated cardiomyopathy is a condition in which the heart becomes weakened and enlarged, and cannot pump blood efficiently. The decreased heart function can affect the lungs, liver, and other body systems. There are several different types of cardiomyopathy. Dilated cardiomyopathy is the most common form. See also: Alcoholic cardiomyopathy; Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy; Ischemic cardiomyopathy; Peripartum cardiomyopathy; Restrictive cardiomyopathy.
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Cardiomyopathy is an ongoing disease process that damages the muscle wall of the lower chambers of the heart. Congestive cardiomyopathy is the most common form of cardiomyopathy.
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If you have cardiomyopathy, you have a problem with the muscle tissue that makes up your heart. Cardiomyopathy means “heart muscle disease.” Your heart may not be pumping as well as it should.
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