ID3
Description
Idiopathic dilated cardiomyopathy (IDCM), also known as idiopathic congestive heart failure, is a condition characterized by the enlargement and weakening of the heart muscle. This causes the heart to become less efficient at pumping blood, leading to a buildup of fluid in the body and symptoms such as shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the legs. The cause of IDCM is unknown, but it is thought to be linked to a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Associated Diseases
IDCM is often associated with other conditions, including:
- Coronary artery disease
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Thyroid disease
- Alcoholism
- Cocaine use
Did you Know ?
According to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, IDCM affects approximately 1 in 250,000 people in the United States. It is more common in men than in women and typically develops between the ages of 20 and 60.
