Heart failure (HF) is a complex clinical syndrome that arises from various cardiac conditions, leading to the heart’s inability to pump sufficient blood to meet the body’s needs. This condition …
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Amy Scanlon, MD, FACC, is a practicing private practice cardiologist at Consultants in Cardiology and the current team cardiologist for Seton Hall University. Dr. Scanlon has authored several published articles including the American College of Cardiology’s Preparticipation Cardiovascular Screening for Adolescent and Young Adult Athletes module. He frequently lectures and participates in speaking engagements for the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology.
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Blood pressure is a critical indicator of cardiovascular health, reflecting the force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels. It is measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) …
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Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is a common heart rhythm disorder characterized by an abnormally fast heartbeat that originates above the heart’s ventricles. This condition can lead to various symptoms, including palpitations, …
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. It occurs when the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle, become narrowed or blocked …
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Hypertension And Amyloid Buildup Linked to Increased Risk of Cognitive Impairment, Study Finds
by Amyby AmyA new study reveals that individuals with both hypertension and amyloid plaque accumulation are at a greater risk for cognitive impairment compared to those with only one of these risk …
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Weight-Loss Surgery More Effective Than Medications for Controlling High Blood Pressure
by Amyby AmyPeople with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery showed better control of their high blood pressure over a 1-to-5 year period compared to those who managed their condition with medications and …
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Research has shown that animal models of atherosclerosis often rely on inducing high cholesterol levels to study the disease’s progression. In these models, the size of arterial plaques correlates with …
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A cardiac arrhythmia, likely caused by a genetic defect, has been identified as the cause of death for 21-year-old Italian cyclist Simone Roganti, according to a report from the Italian …
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As a cardiologist, I often encounter patients who are concerned about the potential link between stress and atrial flutter, a type of abnormal heart rhythm. Atrial flutter is characterized by …
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Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which are caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. While seizures primarily affect brain function, they can also have significant …