Document Type
Article
Publication Date
6-10-2019
Publication Title
Cureus
Abstract
Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) is a genetic condition most commonly characterized by hypertrophy of the ventricular septum, which leads to left ventricle outflow obstruction. Due to the severity of the condition, it is often diagnosed in adolescents, especially in those who exercise. We describe the case of a 53-year-old male, previously undiagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), who became dyspneic during a bike race. He was found to have elevated troponin, pulmonary edema, and was diagnosed with HOCM. The late presentation of the case, in an active individual, makes the situation unique.
Clinical Institute
Cardiovascular (Heart)
Department
Cardiology
Department
Emergency Medicine
Recommended Citation
Minckler, Michael R and Maker, Madeleine, "A Case of an Acutely Ill Adult Athlete with Previously Undiagnosed Hypertrophic Obstructive Cardiomyopathy." (2019). Articles, Abstracts, and Reports. 2022.
https://digitalcommons.providence.org/publications/2022
