In this Video Q&A on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy and surgical treatment with apical myectomy Steve R. Ommen, M.D., consultant in cardiovascular diseases, and Hartzell V. Schaff, M.D., consultant in cardiac surgery, discuss the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy including the surgical treatment of apical myectomy. A live question and answer session followed the presentation.
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I am 51 and have HOCM, i have a Pacer and Defib in place. My next step will be Myectomy. My question is, will the muscle grow back after its cut away?
Alsö my last echo a fee weeks showed, Asymmetrica Left Ventricle Hypertrophy, posterior wall at 2.9. Mid cavity gradient is present, miminimal mid cavity. Dynamic gradient of 4 mm HG at rest. LV ejection fraction is 70%. EE ratio is 12, elevated filling pressure.
When should I have a Myectomy?
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What are the statistical outcomes of an Apical Myectomy?