Cardiology
Drinking green tea to prevent artery explosion
Japan's favorite beverage might be offering more than just a relaxing tea break.
Aug 23, 2016
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News tagged with main artery
Medical research
New findings boost understanding of arterial aneurysm
Abdominal arterial (or aortic) aneurysm in older men is associated with levels of certain subtypes of white blood cells, a study from the University of Gothenburg shows. The study results belong to an expanding research field ...
Mar 16, 2020
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Cardiology
Henry Ford Hospital pioneers new cardiac approach
Doctors at Henry Ford Hospital have created a new route to the heart to implant an artificial heart valve by temporarily connecting major blood vessels that do not normally intersect.
Aug 13, 2013
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Cardiology
Treatment for dangerous snoring may prevent deaths from heart disease
People suffering with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) can reduce their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease if they use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine at night, according to research presented at ...
Sep 11, 2023
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Cardiology
Northwestern launches comprehensive program for patients with bicuspid aortic valve disease
Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) disease is the most common congenital heart defect, occurring in approximately one to two percent of the population. The condition is present when the aortic valve, the valve that connects the ...
Jul 3, 2012
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Inflammatory disorders
Asthmatics at increased risk of pulmonary embolism
People with asthma have an increased risk of pulmonary embolism, according to new research.
Dec 19, 2012
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Improving mental health in Khayelitsha
Arriving in Cape Town via its main highway you can't fail to spot Khayelitsha. The informal township, reputed to be the largest and fastest growing in South Africa, runs parallel to the main artery leading into the city centre.
May 5, 2016
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Medical research
Mayo Clinic first in US to test stem cells in pediatric congenital heart disease patients
Mayo Clinic has announced the first U.S. stem cell clinical trial for pediatric congenital heart disease. The trial aims to determine how stem cells from autologous umbilical cord blood can help children with hypoplastic ...
Jun 11, 2013
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Blood clots and artery blockage more likely during IVF pregnancies
In vitro fertilization (IVF) is associated with an increased risk of pulmonary embolism (blockage of the main artery of the lung) and venous thromboembolism (blood clots) during the first trimester of pregnancy, a study published ...
Jan 15, 2013
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Cardiology
Study examines role of metabolites in abdominal aortic aneurysm treatment
Each year, about 200,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with a bulge in the lower part of the aorta, the main artery in the body, called an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA).
Jun 8, 2023
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