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A Look at Electrophysiology
Heart disease is often thought of as a problem with the arteries supplying the heart,
or a problem with the heart muscles. However, some patients have abnormalities in the
“electrical” conducting systems that regulate cardiac rate and rhythm.
Cardiac electrophysiology is the study of the heart’s electrical
system. [Read More]
Cardiovascular Disease: Women at Risk
Many women are unaware that cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading killer
of women in the United States. Each year nearly 500,000 women have heart attacks,
resulting in more than 370,000 women dying of CVD. For many women, breast cancer
and reproductive cancers are their greatest health fears.
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Helping Hearts
As if having a heart attack or open heart surgery isn’t scary enough,
the most difficult times for heart patients often lie in the months that
follow their cardiac event. Recovery includes major lifestyle changes,
such as diet, exercise and medications which can be intimidating.
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Twenty-first Century Technology for Cardiac Patients
The Twenty-first Century has brought with it major developments in the field
of medical technology and Little Company of Mary is continually bringing these
new advances to our patients. The Vasek Polak Cardiovascular Institute provides
complete technologically advanced cardiac services in a healing and safe
environment. [Read More]
Vascular Surgery Wavelengths
In vascular surgery during the past decade, less invasive approaches have
allowed for smaller, less painful incisions, shorter hospital stays, and are
often associated with faster, less complicated postoperative recovery.
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