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Family Screening in Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy - Identification of Relatives with Low Yield from Systematic Follow-up

2024/10/28
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In this episode, Dr. Valentin Fuster dives into a pivotal study on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, focusing on the challenges of identifying at-risk relatives when genetic variants are not found in 60% of families. With insights into the disease's autosomal dominant inheritance and incomplete penetrance, this discussion highlights the complexities of family screening and the need for innovative approaches in managing this condition.