Cardiomyopathy, Alcoholic

Overview

Disease of CARDIAC MUSCLE resulting from chronic excessive alcohol consumption. Myocardial damage can be caused by: (1) a toxic effect of alcohol; (2) malnutrition in alcoholics such as THIAMINE DEFICIENCY; or (3) toxic effect of additives in alcoholic beverages such as COBALT. This disease is usually manifested by DYSPNEA and palpitations with CARDIOMEGALY and congestive heart failure (HEART FAILURE).

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Quick facts about Cardiomyopathy, Alcoholic

Topic type

Condition

Category

Cardiology

MeSH classification

C14.280.238.057|C25.775.100.087.250

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