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Diastolic Dysfunction
Diastolic dysfunction or DD, in the simplest terms, is a heart that is struggling to fill with blood because the cells lack the energy needed. People with high blood pressure are more likely to develop diastolic dysfunction.
Filed Under: Heart Health
Should You Have Coronary Bypass Surgery?
Coronary bypass surgery is a serious procedure. In this video, Dr. Stephen Sinatra shares his advice on how to be sure that surgery is right for you, and why you ask for a beating heart bypass rather than the traditional procedure.
Filed Under: Q&As
Should I Have Carotid Artery Bypass Surgery?
Carotid artery bypass surgery, like coronary bypass surgery, is essential of you are experiencing certain symptoms. In this video, Dr. Stephen Sinatra shares his insight on when it’s the right time to have the operation.
Filed Under: Heart Health
Ejection Fraction: Cardiology Terminology
Ejection fraction is used to evaluate the heart’s ability pump blood through the body.
Filed Under: Other Conditions
Natural Treatments for Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive heart failure is the sign of an energy-starved heart and a symptom of an underlying problem.
Filed Under: Heart Health
The Link Between Congestive Heart Failure and High Blood Pressure
Longstanding high blood pressure can lead to congestive heart failure (CHF). This is one reason it is so important to control high blood pressure.
Filed Under: Other Conditions
