Blood pressure is a key metric of cardiovascular health, but standard methods for measuring it rely on occasional readings using inflatable cuffs, usually in a clinical setting. Today's blood pressure monitors are bulky, ...
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a cardiac disorder in which the chambers of the heart beat rapidly and irregularly. It's the most common type of arrhythmia and the leading cardiac cause of stroke.
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Healthy brain function relies on a steady supply of blood. Disruptions in blood flow are linked to major neurological conditions like stroke, Alzheimer's disease (AD), and traumatic brain injuries. But understanding how the ...
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For people with advanced heart failure, left ventricular assist devices, or LVADs, can be a literal lifesaver.
Jun 13, 2025
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Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) and the Royal Veterinary College of London have worked together on a pioneering project worldwide to generate 3D reconstructions of the hearts of different animals and simulations of their blood ...
May 14, 2025
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A recent publication in the International Journal of Cardiology, "Pulmonary artery denervation in pulmonary hypertension: A comprehensive meta-analysis" has shed light on the potential of pulmonary artery denervation (PADN) ...
Apr 8, 2025
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Like a complex network of highways, retinal microcirculation is a hidden system that powers the life of the eye—delivering oxygen, nourishing tissues, and allowing cells to function without disruption.
Dec 18, 2024
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The hearts of pregnant rats with high blood pressure increase in size more than rats experiencing a normal pregnancy, according to computer model predictions. The model, developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota, ...
Jun 11, 2024
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Racially biased readings of oxygen levels in the blood using pulse oximeters may further limit opportunities for Black patients with heart failure to receive potentially lifesaving treatments, such as heart pumps and transplants, ...
Feb 21, 2024
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Biomedical engineers at Duke University have developed a method using data from wearable devices such as smartwatches to digitally mimic an entire week's worth of an individual's heartbeats. The previous record covered only ...
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