Cardiology

What is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) ? Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common heart disease in cats, affecting approximately 15% of the general cat population. It is characterized by an abnormal thickening (hypertrophy) of the left ventricular heart muscle. This thickening makes the heart chamber less flexible and less efficient at pumping blood. In most […]

What is Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease? Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease (MMVD) also known as endocardiosis or degenerative valvular heart disease, is a condition where the heart’s mitral valve—which separates the left chambers—begins to break down. While the exact cause remains unknown, it has a strong inherited component in certain breeds. The disease causes the valve