Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that most commonly occur in the legs and feet. They can be caused by weakened or damaged valves in the veins that allow blood […]
Read MorePeripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which the arteries in the legs and feet become narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to these areas. This can cause symptoms […]
Read MoreCarotid artery disease is a condition in which the carotid arteries, which are the blood vessels in the neck that supply blood to the brain, become narrowed or blocked. This […]
Read MoreThe mitral valve is a valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart that controls blood flow between these two chambers. The mitral valve has two […]
Read MoreCoronary bypass surgery, also known as coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, is a surgical procedure that’s performed to treat coronary artery disease, which occurs when the arteries that supply […]
Read MoreDeep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein deep inside the body, usually in the leg. It can cause swelling, pain, […]
Read MoreAortic valve disease is a condition that affects the valve that controls blood flow from the heart’s left ventricle to the aorta, the main artery of the body. The aortic […]
Read MoreAn aortic aneurysm is a condition that occurs when the walls of the aorta, which is the largest artery in the body, weaken and bulge out. The aorta carries blood […]
Read MoreCoronary angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat narrowed or blocked coronary arteries in the heart. During the procedure, a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel, typically […]
Read MoreA cardiac stent is a small, mesh-like tube that is inserted into a narrowed or blocked coronary artery in the heart to improve blood flow to the heart muscle. The […]
Read MoreAngiography is a medical imaging procedure that uses X-rays to visualize the blood vessels in the body, including the arteries, veins, and capillaries. It is typically used to diagnose and […]
Read MoreTranscatheter structural heart surgery, also known as transcatheter heart valve surgery, is a minimally invasive procedure that repairs or replaces heart valves and other structures in the heart using catheter-based […]
Read MoreCoronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a surgical procedure used to treat severe coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD occurs when the arteries that supply blood to the heart become narrowed […]
Read MoreA total artificial heart (TAH) is a surgically implanted device that replaces the function of the human heart in patients with end-stage heart failure. Unlike a ventricular assist device (VAD), […]
Read MoreA Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) is a mechanical pump that is implanted in the chest to help the heart pump blood to the rest of the body. VADs are used […]
Read MoreHeart transplant is a surgical procedure in which a diseased or damaged heart is replaced with a healthy heart from a donor. Heart transplant is typically considered a treatment option […]
Read MoreAneurysm repair is a surgical procedure that is used to treat aneurysms, which are bulges or weakened areas in the walls of blood vessels. Aneurysms can occur in any blood […]
Read MoreMaze surgery, also known as the Cox-Maze procedure, is a type of heart surgery that is used to treat certain types of arrhythmias, specifically atrial fibrillation (AFib). AFib is a […]
Read MoreAn implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a small, battery-powered device that is implanted in the chest to monitor and regulate the heartbeat. ICDs are used to treat certain heart conditions, such […]
Read MoreHeart valve repair refers to a surgical procedure that aims to restore the proper function of a damaged heart valve. The heart valves play a critical role in regulating blood […]
Read MoreHeart valve replacement is a surgical procedure in which a damaged or diseased heart valve is replaced with an artificial valve or a biological valve. The heart has four valves […]
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