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Coronary Heart Disease

Coronary heart disease, including its introduction, pathophysiology, types, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, management, and risk factors. It also discusses the epidemiology and complications associated with the disease.

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Insights on Heart Health and Prevention by Dr. Donald Clark III (Trey), MD MPH

Discover key information on cardiovascular disease, ways to enhance heart health, and the importance of prevention from cardiologist Dr. Donald Clark III (Trey), MD MPH. Gain insights on the impact of conditions like coronary artery disease and stroke, as well as practical tips to manage blood press

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Top Heart Hospitals in India for heart treatment

India has many top heart hospitals in the world that are renowned for their advanced cardiac care, world-class facilities, and best heart treatments. These hospitals have highly skilled and best cardiologists in India with the latest technology. Dr. Naresh Trehan is the best cardiologist in India. S

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Understanding Acute Rheumatic Fever: Causes, Symptoms, and Impact

Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) is a multisystem disease resulting from an autoimmune response to a sore throat caused by Group A beta-hemolytic Streptococci. It primarily affects children aged 5-14 years and can lead to rheumatic heart disease (RHD), which is the most common cause of heart disease in c

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Understanding the Natural History of Disease Development and Prevention

The natural history of disease development outlines the progression of a disease in an individual without intervention, from exposure to outcome. Learning objectives include defining prevention terms, understanding disease severity, prevention levels, and intervention measures. Studying disease prog

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Develop a Personal Heart Rate Monitor Using micro:bit

Create a prototype personal heart monitoring system using a micro:bit that incorporates an accelerometer to detect heart movement, a sound output for audible indication, and an LED display for visual heart rate information. The system aims to aid in early detection and treatment of heart problems fo

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Heart Treatment Cost in India

Heart disease is one of the most serious problems that require constant care. Heart treatment cost in India has increased significantly with time. In such a situation, heart treatment is being taken very seriously. A healthy diet must be followed every day. You have to use fiber, heart-healthy eleme

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Find The Top Bariatric Surgery and Heart Disease

Healthy Life Bariatrics offers one of the top bariatric surgery and heart disease clinics in the United States. We provide a safer bariatric surgery and heart disease experience for our patients.

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ACC/AHA Clinical Performance Measures for Valvular Heart Disease

This document highlights the development of performance measures for adults with valvular heart disease by a writing committee, providing 11 measures for clinical use. The measures are divided into performance and quality categories, with emphasis on applicability, areas of improvement, and potentia

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Heart Treatment in India

Treatment for the heart focuses on reducing excess fluid volume and edema and boosting the heart's pumping ability. The immediate goals include preventing progressive failure or in the worst case, sudden death. The aggressiveness in therapy is proportionate to levels of heart failure. As a common po

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Principles of Epidemiology: Understanding Disease Occurrence and Surveillance

Epidemiology is the study of disease patterns, factors influencing disease occurrence, and the core functions of surveillance, field investigation, and analytic studies. It involves understanding disease characteristics, natural history, and evaluating the effectiveness of activities to mitigate dis

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Heart Health Jeopardy - Test Your Knowledge on Heart Disease

Test your knowledge on heart disease with this Heart Health Jeopardy game. Learn about heart disease facts, statistics, risk factors, and common types of heart diseases. Understand the importance of recognizing heart attack symptoms and the significance of factors like high blood pressure, high chol

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Understanding Heart Health: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore the critical roles of the aorta, pulmonary artery, and coronary arteries in heart function. Discover the impact of a blocked coronary artery and learn about treatments for coronary heart disease. Delve into common heart problems, like leaky valves and irregular heartbeat, and how innovations

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Insights into Tyzzer's Disease: An Overview of a Bacterial Infection in Laboratory Animals

Tyzzer's disease is an acute bacterial infection affecting rodents and rabbits, caused by Clostridium piliforme. Discovered in 1917 by Ernest Tyzzer, the disease is characterized by necrotic lesions in the caecal mucosa, liver, and heart. Initially known as Bacillus piliformis, it was later renamed

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Understanding Heart Rate Variations During Rest and Exercise

This experiment focuses on measuring heart rate at rest and after physical exercise, exploring the factors that influence heart rate changes. Through hands-on activities and theoretical lessons, students learn about the cardiac cycle, the circulatory system, and the impact of physical exertion on he

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Understanding Disease Control and Prevention in Epidemiology

This article discusses disease control processes in epidemiology, including reducing disease incidence, duration, and transmission. It covers public policy interventions, elimination, eradication, and extinction of infectious agents. It also highlights preventable causes of disease and different lev

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Understanding and Nurturing a Healthy Heart: Physical and Spiritual Insights

Delve into the importance of maintaining a healthy heart, both physically and spiritually. Learn about the impact of blockages on heart health, practical tips for physical well-being, and the significance of spiritual stewardship. Explore the connection between heart conditions and stewardship, alon

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Move With Heart - Your Guide to Preventing Heart Disease

Empower yourself and your family to prevent heart disease with small lifestyle changes. Learn your numbers, reduce sodium intake, set nutrition goals, and prioritize physical activity. Discover five activities for a healthier heart, including brisk walking and gardening. Taking just 10 minutes at a

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Understanding Congestive Heart Failure: From Pathophysiology to Clinical Practice

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition characterized by systemic and pulmonary congestion due to the heart's inability to pump sufficient blood for the body's metabolism. It is closely linked to age and involves pathophysiology related to preload, afterload, contractility, and heart rate. Man

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Addressing Rheumatic Heart Disease Disparities in Indigenous Australians

Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) continues to disproportionately affect Indigenous Australians, particularly those living in remote areas, with a high incidence compared to the non-Indigenous population. Acute Rheumatic Fever (ARF) is a key precursor to RHD, often linked to social determinants and poor

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Comprehensive Guide to Stress Echocardiography in Cardiology Practice

Stress echocardiography is a valuable tool in diagnosing and managing coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and assessing heart function. This imaging technique helps in detecting flow-limiting stenosis, understanding the ischemic cascade, and evaluating cardiac function during stress. Va

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Understanding Trypanosomiases: African Sleeping Sickness and Chagas Disease

Trypanosomiases are parasitic diseases caused by Trypanosoma parasites, with African sleeping sickness and Chagas disease being the two main types affecting humans. African sleeping sickness, transmitted by the tsetse fly, can lead to chronic or acute illness and is primarily found in Africa. The di

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Understanding Heart Failure and Congenital Heart Diseases

Heart failure is a condition where the heart struggles to pump blood efficiently, leading to various complications. It can affect different sides of the heart, with causes ranging from coronary artery disease to valve problems. Congenital heart diseases, on the other hand, are common anomalies prese

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Screening for Peripheral Vascular Disease in Patients with Coronary Artery Disease

Patients with coronary artery disease should be screened for peripheral vascular disease as it is a frequent integrator of global cardiovascular risk. The association of atherosclerosis in various arterial diseases highlights the importance of identifying multisite artery disease. The prevalence and

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Human Disease Symptom Network: Understanding Disease Relationships Through Symptoms and Genes

The Human Disease Symptom Network (HSDN) is constructed using a large-scale medical bibliographic records database to form a network of human diseases based on symptom similarities. By integrating disease-gene associations and protein-protein interaction data, correlations between symptom similarity

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Benefits and Risks of Exercise in Congenital Heart Disease

Exploring the definitions of congenital heart disease and exercise, this content delves into the benefits and risks associated with physical activity for individuals with CHD. It highlights the importance of different types of exercise, from dynamic to static, and explains the distinctions between m

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Understanding Bacterial Diseases of Fish: Columnaris Disease Overview

Columnaris disease, also known as Saddleback disease, is a common bacterial infection in fish that is often brought about by poor handling and high stress levels. This disease manifests as tail and fin rot, leading to rapid fish mortality. The causative organism, Cytophaga (formerly Flexibacter), is

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High-Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin in Stable Ischemic Heart Disease

Study by Nicholas Marston, MD, and team shows that high-sensitivity cardiac troponin at any detectable concentration is linked to a higher risk of major cardiovascular events in patients with stable ischemic heart disease. The research, conducted through the PEGASUS-TIMI 54 trial, aimed to further u

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Decoding Genetics: Insights from Alzheimer's Disease Symposium to Type 2 Diabetes Study

Explore the latest findings from the Alzheimer's Disease Genetics Symposium 2019 on disease mechanisms, drug targets, and genetic pathways. Dive into the progress made by the Alzheimer's Disease Genetics Consortium over the past decade. Transition to a Genome-Wide Association Study uncovering suscep

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Causes and features of cyanotic congenital heart disease

This informative content covers the causes and features of cyanotic congenital heart disease, including central cyanosis due to congenital heart diseases like Tetralogy of Fallot, pulmonary atresia, Ebstein anomaly, and more. It also discusses non-cardiac causes of cyanosis related to lung diseases,

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Liver Disease Burden in Tower Hamlets

Dr. Somen Banerjee, Director of Public Health in London Borough Tower Hamlets, highlights the concerning liver disease mortality rates in the area, with high incidence of cirrhosis, cancer, and hepatitis B and C. The data reveals a significant burden of liver diseases such as Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liv

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Understanding Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) encompasses Crohn's disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC), chronic conditions with immunologic basis. This article delves into the epidemiology, pathophysiology, and differences between CD and UC, highlighting clinical features, pathology, and complications like a

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Understanding Heart Health and Disease Prevention Through Diet

Heart disease is a prevalent global issue, with cardiovascular diseases leading to millions of deaths annually. Lifestyle modifications, including dietary changes, play a crucial role in managing heart health. Despite being mostly preventable, cardiovascular disease remains a significant cause of mo

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Understanding Congestive Heart Failure: Causes, Pathophysiology, and Management

Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition where the heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, often caused by conditions like hypertension and coronary artery disease. Factors affecting cardiac output include preload, heart rate, stroke volume, afterload, and contractility. The pa

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Understanding Heart Disease: Key Numbers and Factors

Explore essential numbers and factors related to heart disease, including blood pressure, cholesterol levels, diabetes, BMI, alcohol consumption, age, family history, and smoking. Learn about the risks, measurements, lifestyle considerations, and case studies that shed light on heart health. Stay in

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Understanding Heart Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Common Conditions

Heart disease, a prevalent health issue in the United States, encompasses various cardiovascular conditions like coronary artery disease and hypertension. It is a leading cause of death, often resulting from conditions that can lead to heart attacks or failure. Symptoms of heart conditions vary, fro

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Understanding Heart Sound Measurement in Cardiac Auscultation

Heart sound measurement plays a crucial role in cardiac auscultation. This process involves listening to the four basic heart sounds produced by various mechanisms in the heart, such as valve closure, abnormal valve opening, ventricular chamber vibrations, chordae tendineae tension, and turbulent bl

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Understanding Cardiac Problems and Heart Failure

This educational content covers essential information on caring for patients with cardiac problems, including blood flow through the heart, causes and types of heart failure, such as left-sided and right-sided heart failure, as well as high-output failure. It also discusses the classification and st

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Understanding Mitral Stenosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Pathophysiology

Mitral stenosis is a valvular heart disease characterized by narrowing of the mitral valve orifice, leading to decreased blood flow and various complications. Rheumatic fever is a common cause, with thickening and calcification of valve tissue leading to pulmonary hypertension and heart failure. Exp

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Elevated Resting Heart Rate in Heart Transplant Recipients: A Prognostic Indicator?

Elevated resting heart rate is being investigated as a potential adverse prognostic indicator in heart transplant recipients. This study aims to determine if sustained tachycardia increases the risk of all-cause mortality and cardiac allograft vasculopathy in these patients through a retrospective a

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