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Cardiomegaly future or investigational therapies
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are a few mechanical devices that are under investigation for the treatment of cardiomyopathy.
Future or Investigational Therapies
Future or Investigational Therapies
Mechanical strategies currently under investigation include:
- Development of devices to reduce the size of the heart
- Development of a device to exclude that portion of the apex where clots may form
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor in Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]