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Isolated left ventricular non-compaction as an unusual cause of heart failure: a case report

Authors: Nicholas LM Cruden, Martin A Denvir

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2008

Abstract

Introduction

Isolated left ventricular non-compaction is a recently described form of cardiomyopathy that is associated with a significant risk of life-threatening arrhythmia and thromboembolic complications.

Case presentation

We report the presentation, diagnosis and management of isolated left ventricular non-compaction in a 54-year-old Caucasian woman presenting with progressive symptoms of heart failure.

Conclusion

Advances in diagnostic imaging have undoubtedly led to an increase in the detection of isolated left ventricular non-compaction. Diagnosing and differentiating this uncommon condition from other forms of cardiomyopathy are important as treatment and prognosis may differ significantly. Our current understanding of isolated left ventricular non-compaction, including diagnostic criteria, management and prognosis, is discussed.

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Title: Isolated left ventricular non-compaction as an unusual cause of heart failure: a case report
Authors: Nicholas LM Cruden
Martin A Denvir
Publication date: 01-12-2008
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2008
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-2-269

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Isolated left ventricular non-compaction as an unusual cause of heart failure: a case report

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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