Define the pattern
Symptoms, medical history and a detailed family history help guide testing.
Heart muscle care Shanghai
Cardiomyopathy care that considers the whole family picture.
Cardiomyopathy affects the heart muscle and may influence pumping function or rhythm. Some forms are inherited, making accurate classification and family history especially important.
01Heart imaging
02Rhythm assessment
03Family-history review
Your visit
Signs worth discussing.
Symptoms can vary from person to person. A cardiologist can help determine whether they relate to cardiomyopathy or another cause.
- Breathlessness or fatigue
- Palpitations or irregular rhythm
- Chest discomfort
- Dizziness or fainting
- A family history of cardiomyopathy or sudden cardiac death
Your assessment
Evidence first. Then a plan.
Testing is selected around your symptoms and clinical history. Not every patient needs every investigation.
Image heart muscle
Echocardiography is commonly used, with cardiac CT or MRI considered when clinically appropriate.
Assess rhythm and cause
ECG, rhythm monitoring and laboratory testing may identify complications or contributing conditions.
Specialist care
Care that stays connected.
Your consultation, testing and follow-up can be coordinated through one clinical pathway.
Protect heart function
Medication and risk-factor management are tailored to cardiomyopathy type and function.
Manage rhythm risk
Monitoring, medication or device assessment may be considered for selected patients.
Plan family evaluation
When an inherited condition is suspected, family screening or genetic consultation may be discussed.
Cardiology specialists
Meet the team behind your care.
Patient services can help identify the most appropriate cardiologist for your symptoms and records.
Cardiology and heart failure
Dr. Kathy Shi
Chief of Cardiology Department, SinoUnited Health
Electrophysiology and arrhythmia
Dr. Feifan Ouyang
Visiting cardiologist · Electrophysiologist · Arrhythmia expert
Cardiovascular medicine
Dr. Jielin Pu
Chief Physician · Second-level Professor · Doctoral SupervisorNot sure which specialist to choose?
Let us guide youCommon questions
About Cardiomyopathy.
Is cardiomyopathy inherited?
Some types can be inherited, while others are acquired or have no clearly identified cause.
What tests are commonly used?
Assessment may include ECG, echocardiography, rhythm monitoring, laboratory tests and selected advanced imaging.
Should family members be checked?
Family assessment may be appropriate for some forms. Your cardiologist can advise based on the diagnosis and family history.
Appointments in Shanghai
Start with a short conversation.
Tell patient services what is happening. The team will help coordinate the right next step.