Dilated cardiomyopathy


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Dilated cardiomyopathy

Illustration showing dilated cardiomyopathy

Compared with a healthy heart, dilated cardiomyopathy causes the chambers of the heart to enlarge, which can lead to heart failure if left untreated.

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