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Noncompaction cardiomyopathy physical examination

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Overview

There may be facial and cardiac abnormalities in patients with NCC.

Physical Examination

Physical Examination

Facial Features

Facial dysmorphisms such as a prominent forehead, strabismus, micrognathia, high arching palate, and low set ears have been described[1].

Cardiac

Similar to other cardiomyopathies, there may be signs of cardiac enlargement and pulmonary vascular congestion on physical examination.

References

References

  1. Chin TK, Perloff JK, Williams RG, et al. Isolated noncompaction of left ventricular myocardium: a study of eight cases. Circulation.1990; 82: 507–513.

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