Myosin Modulators: The New Era of Medical Therapy for Systolic Heart Failure and Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Abstract

A new uprising pharmacological treatment for systolic heart failure and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy demonstrates very promising results the last years. Myosin modulators have already been tested in numerous studies. Myosin inhibitor (mavacamten) and myosin stimulator, (omecamtiv mecarbil) exhibit their effect by improving clinical outcomes, as well as reducing morbidity and mortality. More studies are however required for further evaluation and particularly effect on sarcomeric level. Side effects of both pharmacological agents have been described and should always be close monitored. Cardiopulmonary exercise test has a pivotal role by means of assessing treatment efficacy.