More articles about: Cardiovascular: Diseases & Conditions
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AHA 2016: PIONEER Study for Afib, PCI Patients Meets Goal
PIONEER study shows rivaroxaban plus clopidogrel is safe to treat patients with coronary artery disease & atrial fibrillation. Learn more about the PIONEER study.
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After Aortic Dissection and Intense Surgery, a ‘Miracle’
Alan suffered an aortic dissection which required aortic surgery for a bicuspid aortic valve replacement. See Alan's aortic dissection story & treatment.
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Stopped Hearts Need More Cardiac Arrest Research to Start
Cardiac arrest research is needed, specifically for post cardiac arrest care and cardiac arrest treatment. See the study that details cardiac arrest statistics.
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Premature Ventricular Contractions Could Lead to a More Serious Heart Condition
Premature ventricular contractions are a relatively common type of arrhythmia in adults and children. Learn more about PVC treatments, PVC symptoms & PVC causes.
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For Cardiac Success Story, Survival Starts with Self-Awareness
Erin was born with a bicuspid aortic valve and eventually suffered from infective endocarditis. Read Erin's story and learn why you should listen to your body.
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After TAVR, Prize-Winning Chicken Farmer Back at Work
Gilbert Corss, an 84 year old prize-winning chicken farmer is back to work after a TAVR procedure saved his life. Learn more about Gilbert Corss and TAVR.
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Catheter Ablation Helps Homebody Return to Adventure-Seeking Ways
Atrial tachycardia and atrial fibrillation patient Mike Penskar is enjoying life after a catheter ablation procedure. Learn more about Mike and the procedure.
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3 Questions About ICDs for Arrhythmia Treatment
Read about arrhythmia treatments and common questions patients with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) have about daily life, such as airport scanners, driving and exercise.
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‘One Tough Woman’: Overcoming a Bicuspid Aortic Valve
A bicuspid aortic valve is rare birth defect of the heart: A look at the signs, symptoms, treatment & how one woman beat bicuspid aortic valve disease!
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5 Years Later, ‘Life Is Good’ for One of Michigan’s First TAVR Patients
5 years ago, new TAVR technology changed aortic stenosis patient's options with a less invasive valve-in valve procedure. Here is one 82-year-olds story.
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Second Time’s the Charm with Catheter Ablation
Cardiac catheter ablation, a minimally invasive procedure to treat atrial fibrillation, also know as A Fib, help a 61-year-old ice skater get off of thin ice and back in the rink.
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How to tell the difference between a heart attack and a panic attack
How to tell the difference between a panic or anxiety attack & a heart attack, learn how to spot anxiety chest pain vs. heart attack symptoms and when to get help
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Observe or operate? When an enlarged aorta requires action
Circumstances differ by patient, but there are ways for doctors to tell when an enlarged aorta requires surgery, medication or observation.
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After Stroke: Feeling ‘So Very Grateful’
Jill was driving with her husband when she lost her speech and her right side went numb. See what happened next and how the U-M stroke team saved her life.
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8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure
Learn eight easy tips to lower high blood pressure. These simple steps reduce your risk of hypertension, increasing your quality of life.
