May 20, 2026Journal of the American College of Cardiology1,589 citationsOpen Access
American College of Cardiology/European Society of Cardiology Clinical Expert Consensus Document on Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
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Key Points
- To provide a comprehensive consensus on the diagnosis, management, and risk stratification of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
- Developed by expert panels from the American College of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology.
- Conducted extensive review of existing literature and clinical practices.
- Outlined specific recommendations for clinical management and patient care.
- Introduced updated protocols for patient evaluation and treatment strategies.
- Established criteria for risk assessment and management to reduce sudden cardiac death.
- Emphasized importance of lifestyle modifications and regular follow-ups.
Abstract
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Cite This Study
Maron et al. (2003) studied this question.