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What is Atrial Ablation: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...small areas of heart tissue in the atria, the upper chambers of the heart. This is done to correct abnormal electrical signals that cause heart rhythm problems, such as atrial...
What is Insertion of Epicardial Electrodes via Open Incision (e.g., Thoracotomy, Median Sternotomy, and Subxiphoid Approach): Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...management of tachycardia, a condition where the heart beats faster than the normal rate. The installation of epicardial pacing wires restores the heart’s ability to beat at a normal rate....
What Is Atherosclerosis?
...Accessed August 29, 2017. ↩ American Heart Association. “Coronary Artery Disease – Coronary Heart Disease.” April 26, 2017. Accessed April 8, 2018. ↩ University of Ottawa Heart Institute. “Coronary Artery...
What is Percutaneous Insertion and Removal of Intra-Aortic Balloon Assist Device: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...in cardiac output could increase blood flow to the heart specifically to the heart muscle. The heart supplies oxygenated blood to all the muscles in the body including its own...
Mitral Valve Prolapse Treatment Options and Outcomes
...the lungs or legs by increasing urine output. This helps ease pressure on the heart and reduces swelling. Heart rhythm drugs (antiarrhythmics): These medications help maintain a normal heart rhythm...
What is Coronary Angiography: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...conditions or symptoms related to them: Angina or chest pain Pain in the jaw, arm, neck, and chest Congenital heart disease Heart failure Aortic stenosis Recent heart attack Chest injury...
What is Dobutamine Stress Myocardial Perfusion Imaging: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
Definition & Overview A dobutamine stress myocardial perfusion imaging, or MIBI test, is a diagnostic test that evaluates the flow of blood to the heart (heart perfusion) during rest and...
What is Pacemaker Checkup: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...Examination:** To detect signs of heart problems, swelling, and skin irritation around the implant site. * **Electrocardiogram (ECG):** An ECG records the heart’s electrical activity, evaluating the heart rate, rhythm,...
What is Pericardiocentesis: Overview, Benefits, and Expected Results
...the heart. It protects the heart and the roots of the vessels that bring blood to the aorta, superior vena cava, pulmonary arteries, and veins, among others. The pericardial sac...