Type 1 and type 2 diabetic patients are at increased risk of
cardiomyopathy and
heart failure is a major cause of death for these patients.
Cardiomyopathy in
diabetes is associated with a cluster of features including decreased diastolic compliance, interstitial fibrosis and myocyte hypertrophy. Life expectancy with congestive
heart failure varies depending on the severity of the condition, genetics, age, and other factors.
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