Pollution and Heart Diseases
The water we drink and the air we inhale plays a lead role in our well being. But at present…
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Floppy Valve Syndrome
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Floppy Valve Syndrome, also known as Mitral Valve Prolapse, or Barlow’s Syndrome, or Click-Murmur Syndrome, is a heart disorder in…
Chemotherapy Assisted Cardiac Toxicity
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Certain drugs used in Chemotherapy have serious side effects on the patient’s heart. These effects are collectively referred to as…
What is Coarctation of Aorta(CoA)?
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Coarctation of the aorta(CoA) is described as a congenital condition manifesting as a constricted aortic segment. The localized constriction may…
What are Ectopic Beats?
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An Ectopic Beat or Cardiac ectopy is an irregular beat arising in the heart due to variations in the electrical…
Truncus Arteriosus: Symptoms, Surgical Process and Risks
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Truncus arteriosus otherwise known as Persistent truncus arteriosus, is a kind of congenital heart disease that is not a frequent…
Batista Operation Procedure
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The Batista Operation Procedure was developed by Brazilian surgeon Dr. Randas J. V. Batista, as a treatment for heart failure.…
Endocarditis Prophylaxis
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Endocarditis is a cardiac condition caused by an infection of the inner lining of the heart. It is generally caused…
What is Anticoagulation Therapy
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Coagulation is the process by which a liquid changes to a semi-solid mass or a gel. When a cut occurs…
Oral Anticoagulation Therapy (Warfarin)
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Vitamin K antagonists (VKA) are a class of anticoagulants which, as their name indicates act by inhibiting the action of…