Fig. 13

a Short-axis SSFP image shows severe asymmetric hypertrophy of the mid-ventricular septum, while the lateral, anterior and inferior segments appear to be of normal thickness. b 2-chamber SSFP image shows severe thickening of the apical LV segments, consistent with apical variant (Yamaguchi type) of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. c 3-chamber cine SSFP image shows extensive mass-like appearance of a focal hypertrophic cardiomyopathy involving the mid-ventricular septum (arrow). d Short axis post contrast inversion recovery SSFP sequences shows patchy, fine mid-myocardial LGE of the hypertrophied septum, especially at RV insertion points (arrows) that are consistent with interstitial fibrosis in a pattern that is specific for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy