A Narrative Review of Dilated Cardiomyopathy Among General Population

Abstract

This study focuses on some key issues in the medical diagnosis of DCM patients, such as etiology and pathophysiology. A correct diagnosis is critical for avoiding repercussions and receiving appropriate treatment. We searched major biological databases (CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE) for publications on dilated cardiomyopathy management, employing thorough search algorithms for all relevant articles published up to 2018. Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is characterized by ventricular dilatation and dysfunctional contraction. Patients who have been injured have altered systolic function and may or may not develop overt heart failure (HF). In the present, atrial and/or ventricular arrhythmias can exist, and sudden death can occur at any stage of the disease. Dilated cardiomyopathy requires evidence of left ventricle or both ventricular expansion and impaired contraction. If main and secondary causes of heart disease are ruled out by evaluation, which includes a history and physical examination, laboratory tests, and coronary angiography, the disease is called idiopathic.