Across
- 2. A feature of the heart's shape in DCM
- 4. Type of heart sound heard in dilated cardiomyopathy
- 8. A definitive intervention for end-stage DCM
- 10. The protein affected by genetic polymorphisms leading to DCM
- 11. A cardinal symptom, difficulty in breathing
- 14. Heart's ability to pump blood
- 15. Medication class used to reduce fluid overload in DCM
Down
- 1. build-up, scarring
- 3. The primary heart chamber affected in DCM
- 5. A common symptom of DCM, leading to decreased activity tolerance
- 6. Inflammation that can lead to DCM, often from a viral infection
- 7. A medication class used to manage heart failure in DCM
- 9. A non-ischemic cause, related to substance abuse
- 12. A common endocrine disorder leading to vascular complications, a potential cause
- 13. A non-invasive imaging technique used to assess ventricular function
- 16. A common cause, inadequate blood supply to the myocardium
