Overview
Orphanet code 506225 refers to a rare heart condition that may require a heart transplant as part of its treatment. This category covers serious disorders where the heart muscle becomes so damaged or weakened that it can no longer pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. These conditions are sometimes called end-stage heart disease or advanced cardiomyopathy. The heart may become enlarged, stiff, or structurally abnormal depending on the underlying cause. People with these conditions often experience symptoms like severe shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, fluid buildup in the legs or lungs, and an inability to do everyday activities. The heart's pumping function drops significantly, which means the body's organs do not get enough oxygen-rich blood. Over time, this can affect the kidneys, liver, and other vital organs. Treatment usually starts with medications to help the heart work better and reduce strain. Devices like pacemakers or defibrillators may also be used. When these options are no longer enough, a heart transplant may be considered. After transplant, patients need lifelong anti-rejection medications. The outlook varies widely depending on the specific underlying cause, how early it is caught, and how well the person responds to treatment.
Key symptoms:
Severe shortness of breath, especially during activity or when lying flatExtreme tiredness and low energySwelling in the legs, ankles, or feet due to fluid buildupRapid or irregular heartbeatDizziness or fainting spellsPersistent cough or wheezingReduced ability to exercise or do daily tasksBloating or swelling in the abdomenSudden weight gain from fluid retentionPale or bluish skin color
Variable
Can be inherited in different ways depending on the underlying gene
Variable
Can begin at different ages, from infancy through adulthood
Treatments
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Treatment Centers
8 centersBaylor College of Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🏥 NORDStanford Medicine Rare Disease Center ↗
Stanford Medicine
📍 Stanford, CA
🔬 UDNNIH Clinical Center Undiagnosed Diseases Program ↗
National Institutes of Health
📍 Bethesda, MD
🔬 UDNUCLA UDN Clinical Site ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
🔬 UDNBaylor College of Medicine UDN Clinical Site ↗
Baylor College of Medicine
📍 Houston, TX
🔬 UDNHarvard/MGH UDN Clinical Site ↗
Massachusetts General Hospital
📍 Boston, MA
🏥 NORDMayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine ↗
Mayo Clinic
📍 Rochester, MN
👤 Mayo Clinic Center for Individualized Medicine
🏥 NORDUCLA Rare Disease Day Program ↗
UCLA Health
📍 Los Angeles, CA
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Questions for your doctor
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- Q1.What is the specific diagnosis causing my heart condition, and is there a genetic cause?,Am I a candidate for a heart transplant, and what are the criteria?,What medications am I on, and what are the most important side effects to watch for?,Should my family members be tested for a possible inherited heart condition?,What warning signs should prompt me to go to the emergency room immediately?,Are there any clinical trials or new treatments I should know about?,What lifestyle changes, such as diet or activity restrictions, do I need to make right now?
Common questions about Rare disorder potentially indicated for heart transplant
What is Rare disorder potentially indicated for heart transplant?
Orphanet code 506225 refers to a rare heart condition that may require a heart transplant as part of its treatment. This category covers serious disorders where the heart muscle becomes so damaged or weakened that it can no longer pump blood effectively to the rest of the body. These conditions are sometimes called end-stage heart disease or advanced cardiomyopathy. The heart may become enlarged, stiff, or structurally abnormal depending on the underlying cause. People with these conditions often experience symptoms like severe shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, fluid buildup in the legs