Cardiomyopathies are defined as myocardial diseases in which the heart muscle is functionally and structurally irregular. This book presents a complete, up to date analysis of the current information available regarding cardiomyopathies. It presents the complete cardiovascular system as a functional unit, and the various contributors to this book analyze pathophysiological mechanisms from diverse viewpoints including genetics, molecular biology, imaging techniques and surgical procedure. This book presents a comprehensive overview regarding cardiomyopathies which will be helpful for readers interested in this field.