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Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: Mostly Benign, Sometimes Lethal

Theodore Abraham, MD, discusses hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a common inherited heart disease that is usually benign, but can be fatal in up to 10 percent of cases. Dr. Abraham highlights the importance of advanced imaging in obtaining an accurate diagnosis, determining outcomes and selecting the most effective course of treatment.


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June 26, 2019

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UCSF MedConnection

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Theodore Abraham, MD, FACC, FASE

Theodore Abraham, MD, FACC, FASE

Cardiologist
Co-director, UCSF Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center of Excellence
Director, UCSF Adult Cardiac Echocardiography Laboratory

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