Question: what is the difference between ischemic cardiomyopathy and dilated cardiomyopathy?
Answer: Of the different types of cardiomyopathy, the most common type is ischemic cardiomyopathy. It occurs when coronary artery disease (also called ischemic heart disease) or a heart attack reduces blood flow to the heart, damaging the muscle. This condition is sometimes called dilated cardiomyopathy, or DM.