Wolfe's Criteria

Wolfe’s Criteria are a set of guidelines used to identify a specific type of heart problem called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). They focus on noticing certain features seen in heart imaging, such as an unusually thick heart muscle, especially in the septum (the wall dividing the heart’s chambers). These criteria help doctors distinguish HCM from other conditions by evaluating factors like the degree of muscle thickening, its location, and absence of other causes like high blood pressure. Overall, Wolfe’s Criteria assist in accurately diagnosing and managing patients with this condition.