Dilated cardiomyopathy

ICD-10 Code I42.0

Dilated cardiomyopathy

Definition

Cardiomyopathy which is characterized by dilation and contractile dysfunction of the left and right ventricles. It may be idiopathic, or it may result from a myocardial infarction, myocardial infection, or alcohol abuse. It is a cause of congestive heart failure.

Also known as dilated cardiomyopathy — per MONDO

Also identified as

Affected Organs

Organ Involvement Source
Cardiovascular system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Cardiovascular system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Heart Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Heart Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Musculature Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Musculature Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Musculoskeletal system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Musculoskeletal system Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Myocardium Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0
Respiratory system Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site NCIT · CC BY 4.0