Apical Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy With a Sub-aortic Membrane: A Case Report

Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) and subaortic membrane (SAS) are distinct cardiac conditions, but their coexistence presents complex diagnostic challenges. We report the case of a 52-year-old male with HOCM and a concurrent subaortic membrane, highlighting the intricacies of diagnosis...

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Published in:Cureus 2024-01, Vol.16 (1), p.e52846-e52846
Main Authors: Hussain, Akbar, Bhopalwala, Adnan, Bhopalwala, Huzefa, Dewaswala, Nakeya, Akbar, Aelia
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Auscultation
Beta blockers
Cardiomyopathy
Case reports
Diuretics
Drug dosages
Electrocardiography
Genetic testing
Heart failure
Heart rate
Internal medicine
Membranes
Symptom management
Ultrasonic imaging
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Summary:Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy (HOCM) and subaortic membrane (SAS) are distinct cardiac conditions, but their coexistence presents complex diagnostic challenges. We report the case of a 52-year-old male with HOCM and a concurrent subaortic membrane, highlighting the intricacies of diagnosis and management. The patient's presentation included symptoms of dyspnea and chest tightness, and diagnostic evaluations revealed a unique combination of dynamic left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) obstruction from HOCM and fixed obstruction from the subaortic membrane. This case emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive diagnostic workup to guide appropriate treatment decisions when managing multiple cardiac abnormalities.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.52846