Articles related to "Ventricle"

The human heart has valves that prevent the backflow of blood. They are so important that valvular disease can result in heart failure.

Atrial fibrillation is the most common potentially life threatening abnormal heart rhythm, but often it's nothing more than a condition that needs little concern.

The words used to describe the heart and disease can seem overwhelming. Here are some of the basic terms people should know about the heart.

The following article provides more information about the basic anatomy and physiology of the heart.

Congestive heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to adequately pump blood. Because of this the body's tissues don't receive enough blood to function properly.

Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition that is more common than people may realize. What should individuals with this condition know with regards to management?

The human heart has two upper and two lower chambers. When the wall that divides the upper pair of chambers has a hole oxygen rich and oxygen poor blood can mix.

Congestive heart failure affected 2.3 million Americans in 2005. Its causes are legion, and it sometimes eludes diagnosis. A primer on CHF is offered here.

Heartworm disease is primarily seen in medium to large dogs, but can also be seen in cats and ferrets. In the wild, canids such as foxes, and wolves can also be infected.

For some patients with heart rhythm issues, two types of devices are available to provide functional backup.

High blood pressure can cause your heart muscle to thicken and pump ineffectively. You could develop congestive heart failure or have a heart attack.

Congenital heart defects are common in infants with Down syndrome. Some are amenable to watchful waiting; others require urgent intervention. Knowing the language helps.

A good decision has been made by the USC football program not to allow Telfort to compete placing the value of his life over the business of sports.

Atrial fibrillation is a fast "quivering" of the upper chambers (atria) of the heart. This pumps blood less efficiently and can lead to blood clots and strokes.

Heart murmurs are often a sign of diseased heart valves or other cardiac disease. What does a physician hear when evaluating murmurs?

Wolff-Parkinson White syndrome is an uncommon heart rhythm abnormality. What makes this condition unique?

What are the various things that can result from high blood pressure?

The electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a simple, noninvasive diagnostic tool to detect and monitor heart problems like heart attack and heart failure

Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, or HCM, is a serious condition affecting the heart of cats. Currently, there is no cure for HCM, but medication can help manage it.

Congenital heart disease is the most common type of major birth defect. There are a number of structural cardiac abnormalities with which a baby can be born.

Blood pressure readings are a fundamental diagnostic tool for health care professionals. What is the physics behind blood pressure?

Pulmonary hypertension is a rare lung disorder and each patient's condition varies. The goal is to treat the symptoms, as there is no cure for this disease.

Primary myocardial diseases are due to problems with the heart muscle itself, due to deformity, injury, or malfunction.

It's called the "broken heart" syndrome or Takotsubo/Stress Cardiomyopathy. Induced by sudden, overwhelming emotional stress it victimizes mostly women.

Mitral valve surgery can be complex and confusing. In some cases the valve can be repaired, in others it is replaced with an artificial valve. Read about the options.

For some patients who suffer from unstable angina or myocardial infarction, balloon angioplasty with stenting and bypass grafts are necessary life-saving treatments.

Are there environmental pollutants which can cause developmental disabilities, where the delays present around age three, as is the case for Autism?

Ever wonder what that squeeze machine is doing and what the nurse is listening to when taking blood pressure? Here are the basics.

Lung disease, hypertension, and heart disease often end the same way - a dilated heart that cannot pump and death.

Exercise and heart health are linked, but people with abnormality may not be able to participate in physical activity so they miss out on the benefits.

Many people assume that dementia means Alzheimer's. In reality they are two different entities. Their differences and causes are explored.

Understanding this series of commonplace terms in the medical and research areas which define or modify different factors can make terminology easier to comprehend.

Most people are aware of the disability that can be caused by Down syndrome, fetal alcohol syndrome, or even neural tube defects, but many have never heard of CMV.

Many large breeds of dogs, particularly boxers, suffer from a serious and sometimes fatal heart condition: cardiomyopathy. A mutant gene has been pinpointed as the cause

When a physician tells you that you (or your child) have a heart murmur, it's a frightening experience. A little information about the causes of murmurs may allay fears.

Which foods contribute to high blood pressure causes? The difference between a DASH diet and a DASH combination diet. A controlled study to reduce hypertension symptoms.

A young football player collapsed on the field during the fourth quarter with two minutes left in the game. Emergency treatment was unsuccessful in reviving athlete.

An article describing the brain disorder Lissencephaly, the differences in genetic development between a normal and smooth brain and siezure management.

A deeper look at the way the two strongest emotions felt by humankind relate, and how it illuminates Christ's role as Savior.

NPH-caused dementia is often reversible. Since NPH symptoms resemble Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases, most cases go unreported or mischaracterized and untreated.

Valve obstruction, inflammation of the heart tissue, and blocked arteries all result in insufficient heart function.

Senator Edward Kennedy's recent diagnosis--glioblastoma multiforme--has raised awareness of intracranial malignancies. Symptoms of brain tumors can be nonspecific.

Amphibians are fishes out of water leading what amounts to a double existence. This duality is acknowledged even in their scientific name - Gr. amphi, dual + bios, life.

Through the evolution of a unique set of characteristics, reptiles were the first true terrestrial animals to appear.

Learn how to make the needed changes in diet and lifestyle to prevent and avoid strokes and heart disease. It is never too late.

Heartworm disease can be a highly fatal, yet easily preventable disease seen in dogs and cats. Pets housed outdoors are at the most risk for contracting hearworm.

The second trimester ultrasound is a detailed anatomy scan used to determine if there are any physical defects with the baby.

Those who believe that "adverbs are evil" must be thinking of the wicked little adverbial puns called Tom Swifties. This form of word play may date back as far as 1910.

Cells in different parts of the the body differ in their ability to regenerate. Muscle cells fall into a special category.

The cardiovascular system is one of twelve organized body systems with the sole purpose of systemically transporting blood containing oxygen and other vital substances.