Condition
Pediatric Cardiomyopathy
Cardiomyopathy is any disease of the heart muscle in which the heart loses its ability to pump blood effectively. In some instances, heart rhythm is disturbed, leading to irregular heartbeats, or arrhythmias. There may be multiple causes of cardiomyopathy, including viral infections. Sometimes, the exact cause of the muscle disease is never found.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is dilated cardiomyopathy?
What is restrictive cardiomyopathy?
What is the treatment for cardiomyopathy?
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Children’s National Heart Center
Our expert pediatric heart team specializes in more than 40 subspecialties, offering advanced heart care and excellent outcomes for thousands of children every year.
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Meet the Providers Who Treat Cardiomyopathy
Departments that Treat Cardiomyopathy
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Cardiogenetics Program
We help families with known or suspected inherited heart diseases receive early detection and treatment. Learn more about our Cardiogenetics Program.
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Children's National Heart Center
Our expert pediatric heart team, including more than 40 subspecialties, offer advanced heart care and excellent outcomes for thousands of children every year.
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Cardiology
The pediatric heart experts at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., provide advanced cardiology care for unborn babies, children and young adults with heart conditions.