Welcome to HCM in cats!
The purpose of this website is to provide education for owners on the disease Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) and the latest research in the area.
Please note: This website and it’s content are meant to inform cat owners about the disease and the latest research however they do not replace the advice of a veterinary professional and HCM is a life threatening disease which must be referred to a veterinarian if suspected.
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What is HCM?
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy of HCM is a deadly disease in which there is an excessive growth in the muscles of the heart. This leads to the ventricular wall to thicken affecting the pressure in which blood flows which can cause dilation of the left atrium, development of congestion of the blood and the formation of blood clots within the heart than can spread throughout the body.
