Prevalence and Factors Associated with Major Arrhythmias and Conduction Abnormalities in Tanzanian Patients with Dilated Cardiomyopathy

Background: Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the second most important cause of heart failure in Tanzania, and associated with high mortality. Arrhythmias and/or conduction abnormalities contribute to sudden cardiac death, which occurs up 50% DCM patients. Data on burden factors rhythm patients may help prepare local treatment protocols.