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For centuries, writers have waxed poetic about the damage sadness and despair
can cause to the heart. Today, scientists have proven them correct in a way.
Studies performed over the past decade have shown a definite link between
depression and heart d... |
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Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa inhibitors are medicines used in treating patients
who have unstable angina, certain types of heart attacks, and in combination
with angioplasty with or without stent placement. They are given in combination
with heparin or aspirin... |
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Heart attacks are often thought of as a sudden,
pressure-like chest pain that takes a person by complete surprise. But heart
attacks can have early warning signs, and often result from heart disease that builds
up over time. A key to preventing a heart ... |
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When a heart attack strikes, time is muscle. Getting medical assistance
quickly is crucial to minimizing heart damage and preventing death.
Of the nearly half-a-million Americans who died from heart attacks in 1999,
half died before reaching a hospita... |
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What is high blood pressure?
The heart pumps blood into the arteries (blood vessels), which carry the
blood throughout the body. Blood pressure is the force or pressure of blood
inside the arteries when the heart beats. High blood pressure, also calle... |
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Simple and painless tests may help you predict your risk.When
it comes to predicting risk for heart attack, the exercise stress test--walking
on a treadmill or pedaling a stationary bike at increasing levels of
difficulty--has long been a gold standard.... |
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The coronary computed tomography angiogram (CTA) is revolutionizing
cardiology by revealing coronary artery blockages within minutes and for about
one-tenth of the cost of invasive catheterization.
Studies have shown that early detection of calcium de... |
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Common brand name: Betapace
Why is this drug prescribed?
Sotalol is used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias). It acts on your
heart muscle to improve the heart's rhythm. It may also be used to treat high
blood pressure, to prevent additional ... |
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Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new blood test to determine
whether a person is in imminent danger of heart attack or death. The test is
especially valuable for identifying at-risk patients not recognized by current
diagnostic laborator... |
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Common brand name: Ticlid
Why is ticlopidine prescribed?
Ticlopidine prevents blood from clotting, thereby reducing the risk of
stroke or heart attack.
When should ticlopidine be used?
Ticlopidine usually is taken twice a day, in the morning
with b... |
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