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Cardiovascular Health : Health & Medical
What Does a Holter Heart Monitor Test Do?
A Holter heart monitor test is a procedure which many patients with heart problems must go through at least once a year. It is administered by a doctor.
Surgery for Chronic Ischemic MR -- Which Mitral Intervention?
Is it better to repair or to replace a mitral valve damaged due to ischemic heart disease?
Evaluation and Management of Pericarditis
Pericarditis is the most common disease affecting the pericardium, but prevention, diagnosis, and treatment may vary greatly. Find out why.
The Advantages of the Livescribe Pulse Smartpen
For anyone who has ever wished he could remember what exactly was said in a class or meeting, the Livescribe Pulse Smartpen has many advantages. Its ease of use, many functions and compatibility make it an ideal product for the notetaker.
ECG Abnormalities and Stroke Incidence
ECG plays an important role in detection of several stroke risk predictors including atrial fibrillation and left ventricular hypertrophy. What other gems can we glean from ECGs?
Burning Chest Pain
Chronic or burning chest pains that come and go are likely due to heartburn induced by acid reflux. Reflux occurs when stomach acid escapes the stomach and settles in the esophagus. There are numerous ways to control acid reflux and stop chest pains. The key is recognizing triggers and taking steps
Low-Cholesterol Restaurant Breakfasts
This article offers helpful tips for what to order at popular breakfast chain restaurants nationwide. It shows that eating out can be healthy and satisfying.
Tips for Enjoying Southern Cooking on a Cholesterol-Lowering Diet
Southern cuisine is notorious for being fattening. Luckily, there are ways you can still enjoy this delicious cuisine on a cholesterol-lowering diet.
Early Identification of LV Dysfunction in Systemic Sclerosis
By facilitating the early detection of LV abnormalities, 2D strain echocardiography may be a useful tool to provide more accurate cardiovascular management of systemic sclerosis patients.
Cardiovascular Complications Associated With Muscular Dystrophy
A discussion of the pathogenesis of the main forms of muscular dystrophy and focuses on how appropriate management of these disorders can improve the function, well being and longevity of patients.
How to Lower Your LDL Number
When it comes to your overall heart health and cholesterol numbers, the answers are often black and white. Two types of cholesterol affect the total number in your body; good cholesterol known as high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and bad cholesterol known as low-density lipoprotein (LDL). There are sev
How to Treat Broken Blood Vessels
Broken blood vessels or broken capillaries known as telangiectasias are characterized by fine red or purple streaks on the skin, giving the skin a reddish color. This condition happens mostly due to extensive exposure to the sun, or because of other inflammatory skin diseases such as rosacea.<
Automatic External Defibrillators
Review the importance of the cardiovascular nurse with respect to AEDs, and learn about the types of AEDs currently available.
Left Atrial Appendage Thrombus in Nonvalvular AF
Can transthoracic echocardiographic parameters predict LAAT independent of traditional clinical predictors?
How to Determine the Basal Heart Rate
The basal heart rate, also known as the resting heart rate, can be useful in determining what your target heart rate should be during exercise. The basal heart rate can also provide clues about your overall cardiac health. Typical resting heart rate in adults falls between 60 and 80 beats per minute
Sense of Smell May Predict Parkinson's
A poor sense of smell may help predict Parkinson's disease in elderly men, researchers report in the journal Neurology.
What Does HDL Stand For?
HDL cholesterol stands for high-density lipoprotein, which allow cholesterol and triglycerides to move through the blood stream to be excreted. Higher levels of HDL cholesterol indicate natural protection against heart disease, whereas lower levels of HDL indicate a higher risk.
Causes of Increased HDL Cholesterol
HDL (high-density lipoproteins) cholesterol is commonly referred to as "good" cholesterol. Approximately one-fourth to one-third of the cholesterol in the blood is HDL cholesterol.