Condition
Inherited Heart Conditions
Heart conditions passed down in families, such as some cardiomyopathies and heart rhythm disorders, that genetic testing can help identify.
Also called: hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, long qt syndrome, cardiac genetic testing
Who Can Help with Inherited Heart Conditions?
- Cardiologists
A physician who diagnoses and treats heart and blood vessel conditions such as heart disease, heart failure, high blood pressure and irregular heartbeat.
- Genetic Counselors
A specialist who helps patients understand their risk of inherited conditions and what genetic test results mean.
- Medical Geneticists
A physician or scientist who diagnoses and manages inherited conditions and interprets genetic tests.
Where Practices List Inherited Heart Conditions
Cities where practice websites say they offer it.
- Houston, TX (3)
Related
General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about inherited heart conditions and what is right for you.