Hands-on Workshop: LVAD Troubleshooting/Devices

(Limited capacity)

Heart failure is a complex and heterogeneous disease that can result from a variety of environmental and genetic factors. While the majority of heart failure cases are thought to be caused by non-genetic factors, there are a significant number of cases that have a known or suspected genetic basis. Inherited forms of cardiomyopathy are likely under-diagnosed. Recent advances in genetic testing technology have made it possible to identify specific genetic mutations that can increase an individual's risk of developing heart failure, as well as guide treatment decisions and screening recommendations for family members who may also be at risk. The proposed workshop will provide an overview of the current evidence and clinical practice regarding inherited forms of heart failure.