More articles about: Frankel Cardiovascular Center
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Patient Story: After a Heart Valve Replacement, "I Feel Much Stronger Now.”
One woman’s bicuspid valve was replaced, and aortic aneurysm repaired, after a period of doctor-led “watchful waiting.”
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Unique team gives mom and babies a fighting chance
Complicated heart issues put one woman at high risk for pregnancy, but a team of skilled doctors helped her give birth to two healthy children.
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High blood sugar and suPAR levels independently worsen COVID-19 outcomes
The largest study to investigate the role of inflammatory biomarkers in hospitalized COVID-19 patients uncovers risk factors for worse health outcomes in those with diabetes.
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After 40+ years, a game-changing operation for aortic valve stenosis
The novel procedure allows patients to have their valve replaced with a larger prosthetic, which significantly improves blood flow.
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Care Teams Differ for Black, White Surgical Patients in the Same Hospitals
Could the makeup of medical teams help explain why Black patients are more likely than white patients to die after heart surgery in the same hospitals?
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Cholesterol: The Good, the Bad and What to Do About It
A cardiology specialist weighs on what you need to know.
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Subset of COVID-19 Patients Have Increased Bleeding Risk
A new potential biomarker raises concerns over the current standard for treating COVID-19 induced blood clots with high dose blood thinners.
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Hard Work in Rehab Gets Patient Back to Living
Dedicated rehabilitation following an aortic dissection and stroke spared a father of four life-altering consequences.
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$1 Million Lefkofsky Gift to Address Life-Threatening Diseases
Encouraging high-risk, high-impact projects
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Don’t Ignore a Heart Attack, Even During a Pandemic
In light of reports that fewer people are getting heart attack treatments right now, one cardiologist wants to remind patients that the Emergency Department is still the safest place to be when you’re having a cardiovascular emergency.
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10 Studies That Highlight the Importance of Rare Disease Research
Rare Disease Day is celebrated across the globe to raise awareness about rare diseases and how they impact patients’ lives. Michigan Medicine is working to better understand the mechanisms behind these rare diseases.
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How to Check Your Blood Pressure at Home
Taking your blood pressure at home can be an essential part of your health care maintenance. Learn how to monitor your blood pressure accurately at home with these seven easy steps.
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Getting Heart Healthy with a Mediterranean Diet
The Mediterranean diet can lower your risk for heart disease, stroke and diabetes. Learn how to get started with this heart healthy recipe.
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To Remember Her Surgery, a Young Mom's Unique Keepsake
After undergoing neurogenic thoracic outlet syndrome surgery, one patient kept a unique souvenir.
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The Michigan Health Blog’s 20 for 2020
The most read stories of 2019 on the Michigan Health blog.
