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Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

HCM (hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) occurs when the walls of the heart thicken and stiffen, making it harder for the heart to pump blood.

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HCM is a common genetic condition that affects 1 in 500 to 1 in 200 people in the United States. It occurs when the walls of the heart thicken and stiffen, making it harder for the heart to pump blood. Because it often runs in families, first-degree relatives (parents, siblings, children) of someone diagnosed with HCM are advised to get screened, even if they feel healthy. Whether you have HCM or someone you love does, you can find compassionate, world-class care at Atlantic Health.

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Learning you have a heart condition is scary. Although it’s considered common, HCM is sometimes serious. If left untreated, it can progress to heart failure or even cause sudden death.

As New Jersey’s first and longest-serving HCM center, the Atlantic Health Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Cardiogenetics Center has helped thousands of patients navigate this complex condition. Our internationally recognized team offers advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and access to the latest therapies and research.

New Jersey’s first and longest-serving HCM center

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center

Atlantic Health's Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy and Cardiogenetics Center has helped thousands of patients navigate this complex condition. Our internationally recognized team offers advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and access to the latest therapies and research.

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