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Myocarditis in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy patients presenting acute clinical deterioration

Andrea Frustaci, Romina Verardo, Marina Caldarulo, Maria Cristina Acconcia, Matteo Antonio Russo, Claudio Chimenti

European Heart Journal · 2007 · 69 citations · 24 references

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Abstract

Myocarditis, often viral, represents a common cause of acute clinical deterioration in HCM. Its recognition can potentially affect disease prognosis and treatment.

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