Initial presentation with dilated cardiomyopathy in a patient of tuberous sclerosis: A rare case report

Abstract

A 35-year-old man presented with dilated cardiomyopathy, an unusual association with tuberous sclerosis. Clinical history and examination were consistent with tuberous sclerosis including major features of tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) like facial angiofibroma, shagreen patch, subependymal nodules, and angiomyolipoma of kidney. The clinical manifestations, pathogenesis and evaluation of tuberous sclerosis are discussed. © 2012, Cardiological Society of India. All rights reserved.