Noncompaction cardiomyopathy physical examination
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
There may be facial and cardiac abnormalities in patients with NCC.
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
- ↑ Chin TK, Perloff JK, Williams RG, et al. Isolated noncompaction of left ventricular myocardium: a study of eight cases. Circulation.1990; 82: 507–513.