A case of myotonic dystrophy type 1 with severe dilated cardiomyopathy: an unusual presenting manifestation of the most common muscular dystrophy in adults.

This article discusses a case of myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) with severe dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), which is a rare manifestation of the most common muscular dystrophy in adults. The patient, an elderly female, presented with heart failure symptoms and was subsequently diagnosed with severe DCM associated with DM1. The article highlights the importance of considering DM1 as a potential diagnosis in patients with DCM and heart failure, particularly when there is a history of subtle neurological symptoms. It also emphasizes the need for early intervention and appropriate treatment for cardiac manifestations in DM1. [Extracted from the article]

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