All are true about hyperophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, except
Ref Harrison 19 th ed pg 1569 HYPEROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY Management focuses on treatment of symptoms and prevention of sudden death and stroke . Left ventricular outflow tract obstruction can be controlled medically in the majority of patients. b-Adrenergic blocking agents and L-type calcium channel block- ers (e.g., verapamil) are first-line agents that reduce the severity of obstruction by slowing hea rate, enhancing diastolic filling, and decreasing contractility
Beta agonists are used
Asymmetrical hyperophy of septum
Sudden death may occur
Condition improves on passive leg raising
General anatomy