More articles about: cardiology
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Treating a rare coronary artery aneurysm without open heart surgery
Cardiologists at University of Michigan Health prevented the rupture of an aneurysm in a woman’s heart and used a minimally invasive solution to avoid open heart surgery.
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Delays in Heart Surgery for Women due to One-Size-Fits-All Criteria
Two studies showed similar disparities for different heart procedures.
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Strength amidst strain: Measuring resilience in young heart patients
A new Michigan Medicine study highlights opportunities to build resilience in children and young adults with single-ventricle heart disease to improve their health and recovery.
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Virtual reality enhances training for pediatric cardiologists
Multicenter study suggests virtual reality may be valuable educational tool in boosting understanding of complex congenital heart disease among pediatric cardiologists.
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Women missing cardiac rehabilitation, despite key benefits
Cardiac rehabilitation can significantly improve short and long term recovery, but attendance remains poor — with even fewer women utilizing the programs available says an American Heart Association scientific statement on cardiac rehabilitation in women.
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Armstrong family fuels transplant hope and progress
The Armstrong family honors Bert’s legacy with a fellowship fund supporting future heart transplant doctors, advancing research and hope at U-M.
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Tiny fighter: From lifesaving surgery at 3 days old to College World Series
Newborn who received congenital heart surgery at three days old joins family at the College World Series in Omaha.
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Understanding why kids with Fontan heart procedures face higher risks after heart transplant
Study finds that the strongest risk factors for poor transplant outcomes in children with Fontan circulatory failure include low oxygen levels, hospitalizations and significant mental health challenges.
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U-M Health’s Ann Arbor hospitals recognized as No. 1 in Michigan, among best in nation by U.S. News & World Report
University of Michigan Health’s Ann Arbor adult hospitals were ranked best in Michigan and in the top 20 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings for 2025-2026.
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Fewer than 1 in 4 patients receive dietary counseling after a heart attack
Although diet is the leading contributor to premature death from heart disease in the United States, fewer than one-quarter of people who undergo major heart events receive dietary counseling in the aftermath, a study finds.
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These factors are linked to a higher risk of pneumonia after heart surgery
Researchers uncovered nine elements that have significant effects on a whether a patient may develop pneumonia, with nearly 20% of patients moving into a higher risk category based on what occurred during or following the surgery.
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Mother daughter duo reflect on nearly three decade heart journey
Mother, daughter reflect on congenital heart treatment and decades long treatment
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Doctors use novel treatment for teen with heart failure
U-M team successfully treats a teen with heart failure using a medication for adults, opening up a potential new therapeutic option for young patients.
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Shining a Spotlight on Congenital Heart Defects
The Save A Heart campaign fundraising effort helps make advancements in research, treatments, and care for children with heart defects possible and raises awareness of people born with heart conditions.
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Findings shed light on how a pediatric heart surgery complication impacts heart transplant survival
Patients who experience this condition following the Fontan continue to have a high risk of death from the time they’re waitlisted for a new heart through receiving the transplant, according to a 20-center study led by Michigan Medicine. And one specific complication called cyanosis – or experiencing less than normal oxygen blood levels – was associated with worsened survival.
