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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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Episode 17 – Development of Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
The history of coronary arteryThe two coronary arteries, the right and the left, form the blood network that supplies the heart with oxygen and nutrients. They are located directly on the surface of the heart and branch into smaller vessels that bypass surgery reflects the evolution of techniques that led to the development of the concept of a “bypass” to restore bloodBlood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood flow beyond coronary blockages.
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Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)
An Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) is a congenital abnormality characterized by an opening between the two atriaThe atria are the two upper chambers of the heart. They act as reservoirs for blood that will fill the ventricles. of the heart. Often silent during childhood, it may be diagnosed in adulthood....
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Cardiac myxoma
A myxoma is a rare benign tumor that develops inside the heart, most often in the left atrium, and can disrupt bloodBlood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood flow despite being noncancerous.
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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...
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Episode 16 – Creation of Coronary Care Units
Born in the 1960s, coronary care units revolutionized the management of myocardial infarction by enabling continuous monitoring and rapid intervention, thereby significantly reducing mortality.
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Chronic Mitral Regurgitation
Chronic mitral regurgitation is a progressive leak of the mitral valve that can remain silent for a long time. Learn about its causes, effects, and progression.
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The Mitral Valve
The mitral valve regulates bloodBlood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood flow between the left atrium and the left ventricle. Learn how it works and the differences between mitral regurgitation and mitral stenosis.
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Digitalis
Digoxin (Lanoxin) is a medication used to slow the heart rate and support heart function in certain rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter.
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Atrial flutter
Atrial flutter is a generally benign heart rhythm disorder characterized by rapid, regular beats originating in the atriaThe atria are the two upper chambers of the heart. They act as reservoirs for blood that will fill the ventricles.. With appropriate treatment and medical follow-up, the risk of bloodBlood is composed of red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Red blood cells are responsible for transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. White blood cells make up our immune defense system. Platelets contribute to blood clots, stroke,...
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Epicardial Fat Necrosis
Epicardial fat necrosis is a rare and benign cause of chest pain. Often overlooked, it can mimic more serious heart conditions, which explains the use of imaging tests such as...
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Pacemaker and Defibrillator Clinics
Pacemaker and defibrillator clinics provide follow-up for implantable cardiac devices, either in person or remotely. They ensure proper device function, help detect arrhythmias, and allow technical settings to be adjusted...
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