Which Vitamin Deficiency Causes Dilated Cardiomyopathy?
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While many cases of dilated cardiomyopathy are idiopathic, research indicates that deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals can cause or contribute to the condition. Specifically, nutritional deficiencies of thiamine (vitamin B1), vitamin D, and selenium have all been linked to the development of dilated cardiomyopathy.