Eden's Heart: Home sweet home

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Home sweet home

3 comments:

The Moore Family said...: He is beautiful! (I'm talking about the baby :)!!!); December 23, 2009 at 10:25 PM
Susan said...: Makes me cry (happy tears) to see my son and grandson so peacefully resting. I am so grateful that August is home and in good health, and that you two and Eden and August are at home for Christmas. Looking forward to seeing all of you in January!!

Love, Susan/Mom; December 24, 2009 at 9:42 AM
Beth said...: What a wonderful picture, a boy and his dad hanging out together.

love,
Aunt B; December 24, 2009 at 10:21 AM

What is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy?

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, is one of the four main types of cardiomyopathy. Characterized by the abnormal growth of muscle fibers on the heart muscle, HCM often results in a thickened septum and/or left and right ventricle. The thickening of the muscle can result in a resistance of blood flow both in and out of the heart’s chambers. When this occurs, the heart must work harder to pump blood throughout the body.

While perceived to be somewhat rare, HCM affects an estimated one in 500 people. It is the number one reason for heart transplants and the most common cause of sudden cardiac death in people under age 30. HCM may be best known for its role in cardiac arrest and subsequent death in some young professional athletes. The cause of HCM is largely unknown, however current research suggests it is genetic in origin.