The definition of DCM is a spectrum of myocardial disorders that are characterised by ventricular dilatation and impaired myocardial systolic function unexplained solely by abnormal loading conditions.1 The right ventricle may also be dilated and dysfunctional. Dilated cardiomyopathy is the most frequent reason for heart transplantation.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original article at https://patient.info/doctor/cardiovascular-disease/dilated-cardiomyopathies