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Who is at risk for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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Who is at risk for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a disease with a strong genetic component Watch this video with thoracic surgeon Dr. Hiroo Takayama to learn why having a family member who died early or suddenly of cardiac arrest is also cause for screening.

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