What is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy?

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a thickening of the muscle on the left side of the heart. Thoracic surgeon Hiroo Takayama, MD, PhD, to learn about typical symptoms – and why certain high-risk patients may be asymptomatic.

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What to ask your healthcare provider when you are prescribed a medication for high cholesterol.

Use these strategies to keep medications and dosing schedules organized when treating high cholesterol.

Learn how high cholesterol and other risk factors contribute to the formation of arterial plaque and cardiovascular disease.