noun
- a disease of the heart muscle that weakens the heart's ability to pump blood effectively
Usage: medical term; uncountable noun
Examples
- Dilated cardiomyopathy is one of the leading causes of heart failure in developed countries.
- The patient was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy after experiencing shortness of breath.
- Cardiomyopathy can be caused by viral infections, genetic factors, or prolonged high blood pressure.
- Early detection of cardiomyopathy is important for managing symptoms and preventing complications.
- Athletes with undiagnosed cardiomyopathy face serious health risks during intense physical activity.
- Treatment for cardiomyopathy may include medications, lifestyle changes, or in severe cases, a heart transplant.