Report of the 1995 World Health Organization/International Society and Federation of Cardiology Task Force on the Definition and Classification of Cardiomyopathies

Key Points

• The report aims to standardize the definition and classification of cardiomyopathies for improved clinical practice.
• Synthesis of expert opinions from cardiovascular specialists
• Review of existing literature on cardiomyopathies
• Development of a classification system based on clinical and pathological features
• Standardization of cardiomyopathy definitions enhances clarity in diagnosis and treatment
• Identification of specific types of cardiomyopathies facilitates targeted management
• Increased awareness of risk factors associated with cardiomyopathies promotes preventive measures