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Welcome to the Icardio.ca website, a source of information and popularization dedicated to cardiology.

Please note that this site is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for medical consultation with a healthcare professional.

About Icardio.ca

Icardio.ca is intended to be a support tool for the patient, an extension of the medical consultation. Written in simple, easy-to-understand language, it provides a better comprehension of the structure and functioning of the heart. This is the basis for understanding cardiovascular disease, the diagnostic approach, and the challenges of therapies.

It is also an educational reference for students in the health field and is suitable as well for anyone who wants to know more about cardiology.

Similarly, Icardio.ca is proving to be a very useful reference tool for doctors concerned about their patients’ understanding.

Our Commitment to Cardiology

At Icardio.ca, we know that patients can sometimes feel concerned when they see a health professional. Time is often limited, questions are numerous, and understanding the state of one’s heart condition can be complex. 

We aim to fill these gaps by providing in-depth general information, which can also be used as a complement to a medical consultation. 

Likewise, we aim to be a valuable and appreciated resource for doctors, supporting them in the explanations they provide to their patients, and helping them to gain a clear and precise understanding of their heart problem and its treatment.

Docteur Gilles Goulet
Dr Gilles Goulet

Cardiology Is Constantly Evolving

Cardiology is a medical specialty that evolves constantly. Technological advances, cutting-edge diagnostic methods, and innovative treatments are improving the quality of life of patients with heart conditions and, in some cases, prolonging their lives.  

New treatment options, including the use of hemodynamic catheters, offer a variety of solutions to traditional cardiac surgery in special cases.

Icardio.ca is committed to reporting on the latest advances in cardiology and helping to better understand treatment options for optimal heart health.

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The Patient-Partner Approach

The way care is provided has changed significantly over the past few decades. We have moved from paternalism, where the doctor was the only one with the absolute science, to a patient-centered approach to care.

That concept was not ideal as it left the patient with several concerns. The patient’s care should have been more personalized.

Adding the patient-experience approach to the team of caregivers enables the patient to fully understand what is happening. He can then interact with the medical team and actively participate in his treatment plan.

All too often, the reality of the patient’s life is overlooked. Who can best answer questions about his day-to-day way of life? Or, who can fully imagine the confusion and anxiety that a person went through before arriving at the discomfort he feels today?

The patient-partner approach is this new concept of care in which the patient is as much a part of the team as any other healthcare provider, including a peer who previously benefitted from this innovative patient-partner initiative.

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Exams

Stress Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Cardiac MRI)

Stress cardiac MRI is a precise imaging test that evaluates how the heart functions when stimulated to simulate physical effort. It helps detect signs of reduced blood supply to the heart muscle. Safe and carefully supervised, it complements the assessment of coronary artery disease.

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03/05/2026
Exams

Resting Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (Cardiac MRI)

A resting cardiac MRI is a precise imaging test used to evaluate the structure and function of the heart without using radiation. It is well tolerated and helps diagnose several heart conditions. The results are sent to the physician who ordered the test for follow-up discussion.

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02/05/2026
History of cardiology

Episode 19 – Myocardial infarction: a long-misunderstood cause

For a long time, the cause of myocardial infarction remained poorly understood. Initially attributed to a gradual blockage of the arteries, it is now recognized as a frequently sudden event related to the formation of a blood clot. This discovery, confirmed in the 1970s, transformed cardiology and led to the development of effective treatments.

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29/04/2026
General

Cannabis

Cannabis, which is becoming increasingly accessible, can have real effects on the heart and circulation. It may raise heart rate, increase blood pressure, and elevate the risk of cardiovascular events, particularly in individuals who are already at risk. Even though it is authorized, it is not without harm.

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24/04/2026
Food

Indian-Style Cauliflower

Indian-style cauliflower: a flavorful, healthy recipe cooked without water to preserve natural aromas. A simple blend of spices and vegetables for a delicious side dish, perfect with basmati rice.

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12/04/2026
Valvular & cardiovascular diseases

The Heart Team

The Heart Team is a group of specialists who come together to discuss complex heart conditions and determine the most appropriate treatment. This collaborative approach has become essential with the rapid development of catheter-based procedures, such as TAVI, which now offer alternatives to certain types of traditional heart surgery.

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05/04/2026
Food

Mustard Salmon Escalope

With this mustard salmon escalope, Chef Laloux offers a cuisine of precision, where freshness, simplicity, and accurate cooking highlight the full finesse of the salmon.

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26/03/2026
History of cardiology

Episode 17 – Development of Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

The history of coronary artery bypass surgery reflects the evolution of techniques that led to the development of the concept of a “bypass” to restore blood flow beyond coronary blockages.

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24/03/2026
Congenital diseases

Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)

An Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) is a congenital abnormality characterized by an opening between the two atria of the heart. Often silent during childhood, it may be diagnosed in adulthood. Depending on its size and its impact on the right side of the heart, simple monitoring or closure by catheter or surgery may be recommended.

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23/03/2026
Valvular & cardiovascular diseases

Cardiac myxoma

A myxoma is a rare benign tumor that develops inside the heart, most often in the left atrium, and can disrupt blood flow despite being noncancerous.

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25/02/2026
Arrhythmia

Commotio Cordis

Commotio cordis is a rare but extremely serious event: a sudden cardiac arrest caused by a direct impact to the chest, most often in an adolescent engaged in sports. Although it is not a heart disease, the impact can trigger ventricular fibrillation, a life-threatening arrhythmia that requires immediate intervention.

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24/02/2026