Cytokinetics Supports American Heart Association Initiative to Improve Care for People Living With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Core Insights - Cytokinetics, Inc. supports a three-year initiative by the American Heart Association to improve care for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), addressing disparities in access, diagnosis, and treatment [1][2][3] - HCM affects approximately one in 500 people in the U.S., with many remaining undiagnosed or untreated until severe symptoms arise, leading to fragmented care systems [2][3] - The initiative aims to identify systemic barriers and enhance the identification, assessment, referral, and treatment processes for HCM patients [2][3] Company Commitment - Cytokinetics emphasizes its dedication to the HCM community, aligning its support with its patient-centric culture and scientific focus [2][3] - The company has been actively involved in HCM research and advocacy, collaborating with various stakeholders to improve disease awareness and care pathways [3][5] Initiative Goals - The initiative will increase participation in a national HCM Registry, broaden certification opportunities for healthcare providers, introduce patient support services, and pilot an HCM detection algorithm to reduce underdiagnosis [6]