Heart Disease Diagnosis
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Heart Failure From Air Pollution
University medical studies provide evidence air pollution causes numerous health problems. American Lung Association relates COPD with fine particle air pollution. more...
By: David Olle
C-reactive protein can be an important indicator of heart disease, but is not a cause of the condition. more...
By: Michael Jolliffe
There are now at least five proven risk factors for a heart attack not routinely tested for. This guide explains the extra tests you could ask for to help prevent one. more...
What to Expect in a Cardiac Stress Test
A patient's guide to the cardiac stress test, a procedure that assesses the function of the heart and the effect of arterial blockages during exercise and activity. more...
Snow Shoveling Health Risks and Precautions
By: Christine Nyholm
People who are not in peak physical condition or at risk for heart attack should think twice and consult a doctor before shoveling snow in cold winter weather. more...
The Case For Or Against Cardiac CT Angiography
By: Karla Reed
Cardiac angiography, performed on over one million US patients annually, has grown with time and technology. Does 64-row CT angiography exceed conventional angiogram? more...
Angiography Or Cardiac Catheterization
By: Karla Reed
A life saving procedure, catheterization was first documented in 1929 when Dr. Werner Forssmann in Germany, performed the first human procedure. more...
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