A cardiac stent is a small tube, typically made from metal mesh. A cardiology specialist can place a stent to restore blood flow in an artery that has become narrow or weak.
Even modest weight loss can reduce your overall risk of heart attack and stroke.
Cardiology focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and management of disorders of the cardiovascular or circulatory system.
Could you be developing coronary artery disease without knowing it? Cardiac calcium scoring is a safe, non-invasive way of evaluating your risk.
When older adults need heart surgery, their adult children often take on a lot of the after-care responsibilities. We’ve compiled some tips to help you prepare for being a caregiver.
What does physical activity look like after heart surgery? Here's a quick look.
Cardiac rehabilitation is a recovery option that allows cardiac patients to exercise safely under supervision, while being educated on the importance of physical activity, lifestyle changes, and how to prevent future heart disease complications. Early interventions often focus on the following goals: Reducing resting and exercise heart rate Decreasing resting and exercise blood pressure Reducing […]
Coronary artery disease (to include heart attacks and strokes) is still the #1 killer, both worldwide and in the US.Considering that so much of this is lifes...
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Purpose Personalized computational simulations of the heart could open up new improved approaches to diagnosis and surgery assistance systems. While it is fully recognized that myocardial fiber...