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ESC TV Today – Your Cardiovascular News

Season 2 - Ep.18: Genetic testing in dilated cardiomyopathy - Gut microbiome and heart disease

Jun 20, 2024
Leading experts Carlos Aguiar, Arash Haghikia, and Juan Pablo Kaski discuss genetic testing in dilated cardiomyopathy and the link between gut microbiome and heart disease. They emphasize the role of genetic testing for relatives, challenges without family history, and the association of gut microbiome with cardiovascular diseases like atherosclerosis and heart failure.
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  • Genetic testing in dilated cardiomyopathy aids in accurate diagnosis and guides treatment decisions based on identified gene mutations.
  • Maintaining diverse gut microbiome is crucial for cardiovascular health, as microbial alterations can impact disease progression and inflammatory processes.

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Genetic Testing in Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Genetic testing in dilated cardiomyopathy reveals that identifying specific gene mutations allows for accurate diagnosis and can have prognostic and therapeutic implications. Variants in genes such as Filament C or Lamin may guide treatment decisions, including the use of ICDs or specific therapies. Genetic testing is crucial for relatives to predict and potentially prevent the disease's progression, emphasizing the importance of comprehensive screening and follow-up.

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