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cardiac arrest is ventricular fibrillation (VF), according to the AHA. A heart in VF quivers and can't ... pump blood. A person in cardiac arrest needs CPR and a shock to the heart (defibrillation). An AED and ... CPR; cardiopulmonary resuscitation; sudden cardiac death; heart attack; hands-only CPR;

Cardiac Transplant ... A heart transplant is surgery done to remove the diseased heart from a person and replace it ... heart transplant is surgery to remove the diseased heart from a person and replace it with a healthy ... organ donor;heart transplant waiting list;cardiac transplant;diseased heart;P07974;surgery

*Heart Block ... Cardiology: Heart Block ... pressure, damage to other internal organs, and cardiac arrest. Can heart block be prevented ... . Read on to learn about causes, symptoms, and treatment. Heart Block What is heart block ... 234;heart block

*Cardiac Catheterization ... is sometimes also used to treat a heart problem. Learn what to expect before, during, and after ... You may have had angina, dizziness, or other symptoms of heart trouble. To help diagnose your ... 82058;cardiac catheterization;cardiac cath;vascular closure device

Heart Cancer ... . The treatment plan for cardiac sarcoma is based on: Your age Your overall health and past ... Cardiac sarcoma is a rare type of cancerous tumor that occurs in the heart. Cardiac Sarcoma ... cardiac sarcoma;heart tumor;heart cancer;cardiac sarcoma symptom;angiosarcoma;cardiac angiosarcomas ... ;cardiac sarcoma diagnosis;cardiac sarcoma treatment;autotransplantation;P00240

Heart Disease, Lifestyle Changes ... and damage their heart. So, take care of your heart and yourself. Start by making the following ... daily habits and lifestyle can overwork and damage their hearts. So, take care of your heart and ... heart disease;heart health;heart disease risk;heart-friendly foods;1551

Understanding Clinical Guidelines for Heart Failure ... in your treatment. Clinical Guidelines for Heart Failure To get the best care for heart ... with chronic heart failure. Since 1980, the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American ... heart failure;heart failure and clinical guidelines;heart failure and end-stage heart disease ... ;management of chronic heart failure;stages of heart failure;DM22

Understanding the Connection Between Alcohol and Your Heart ... Alcohol may have some health benefits, including lowering the risk for heart disease, but it ... may also lead to abusive drinking and other diseases. Alcohol and Your Heart Studies have ... alcohol;alcohol health benefits;alcohol concerns;alcohol moderation;alcohol men;alcohol women;heart health and alcohol;256

Understanding the Vascular System ... , causes and effects of vascular disease, and a full-color anatomical illustration. Overview of ... between arteries and veins that distribute oxygen-rich blood to the body. When the heart pumps ... overview of vascular conditions;arteries;veins;capillaries;vascular disease;embolus;thrombus ... ;atherosclerosis;inflammation;vascular trauma;vascular injury;vascular disease effects;circulatory system;P08254

reason for the cardiac arrest and the degree of damage. Other health problems you have will also ... who have a cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest happens when the heart suddenly stops beating. Once the ... Therapeutic Hypothermia After Cardiac Arrest;135, 393;lower body temperature

test, preconception care, heart disease prevention, safer Health Promotion and Prevention At ... Detailed information on health promotion and disease prevention for women, including information ... womens health, womens healthcare, breast health, breast cancer prevention, breast self examination ... , mammography, mammogram, contraception, birth control, pap test, pap smear, preconception care, heart disease prevention, safe sex, weight control

Cardiac EP ... electrophysiology. This cardiac subspecialty focuses on testing and treating the heart for rhythm problems ... who need special heart-related care. Your provider may refer you to a cardiac EP if you have ... cardiology;heart rhythm;arrhythmia;cardiac EP;240

Understanding Vascular Dementia ... (chronic) diseases, such as heart disease and diabetes. What causes vascular dementia? This ... type occurs when symptoms of both vascular dementia and Alzheimer exist.  Multi-infarct ... 78;Vascular Dementia

*Heart Murmurs ... Understanding Heart Murmurs ... . This uses X-rays and a computer. A cardiac CT scan can show problems with heart structure ... lining (infective endocarditis) Blood clots and stroke Fainting Heart attack Sudden cardiac ... heart murmur;murmur systolic;diastolic murmur;continuous murmur;murmur;heart murmur symptom;p00228

*Inactivity Health Risks ... Inactivity Health Risks ... about these risks, and how to get started being active. Health Risks of Not Being Physically ... Lack of physical activity is a risk factor for many health problems. Read on to learn more ... exercise;exercise and heart disease;heart disease prevention;heart health;heart disease risk

Broken Heart Syndrome ... lot alike. Both the ECG and cardiac blood markers may look like those found when a person has a heart ... -induced cardiomyopathy, and broken heart syndrome. With TCM, a part of the heart enlarges and doesn't

*Transradial Cardiac Cath ... Transradial Cardiac Cath ... Transradial cardiac catheterization is a procedure used to treat and diagnose certain heart ... used to treat and diagnose certain heart conditions. It's also called a transradial cardiac cath or ... transradial cardiac cath;135, 394;angiography

your health and heart disease prevention. A. True ... Knowing what causes heart disease and how you can prevent it can help you live a healthier, longer ... heart disease; heart health; heart disease risk; risk factors; high blood pressure; heart attack; smoking; high cholesterol;

Learn about the medical uses, claims, and side effects of magnesium. Magnesium Other name(s ... heart. Magnesium is in many antacids and laxatives. It's found in many foods. Because of this

An exercise imaging stress test shows how well blood flows inside your heart and how well your ... . Cardiac Stress Test: Exercise Imaging An exercise stress test shows how fast your heart is beating ... heart disease; heart tests; stress tests; treadmill; coronary artery disease; CAD; exercise stress test; echocardiogram; cardiology; cardiovascular