A non-compaction cardiomyopathy or innocent LV trabeculation?

Abstract

Patient: This is a 17-year-old male, elite tennis player. The athlete has been playing at national level since the age of 12, participating in several national and international events. For his results, he was selected for inclusion in the Italian national team. Therefore, he underwent medical evaluation in our Institute, in accord to the mandate of the Italian National Olympic Committee. The athlete had been previously evaluated and cleared at national pre-participation screening program. His training program included daily training sessions of approximately 7∈hours (h). © 2009 Springer-Verlag London.