Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ACM) is responsible for more than 10% of sudden cardiac deaths in youngsters, according to the British Heart Foundation
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A two-minute cheek swab could help detect children who have a rare but potentially deadly heart condition, researchers suggest.
Arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy (ACM) is responsible for more than 10% of sudden cardiac deaths in youngsters, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Research shows arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy can be detected up to five years before diagnosis by other means
Experts believe the 15-minute test could save lives and lead to more appropriate treatment.
The move will allow donor blood to be matched to these patients more closely, to reduce the risk of severe reactions
Estimated 1.5m people in the UK live with a type of heart valve disease that experts call a ‘silent killer’
The potentially fatal condition affects one in every 3,000 babies
Those with little sugar in their diet as a child had better heart health in adulthood
