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Cardiac defibrillation — from Claude Beck’s manual heart massage in 1947 to today’s portable defibrillators — represents one of the greatest breakthroughs in emergency medicine. In less than half a...

Learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can save a life. Every action matters — recognize the emergency, call 911, start compressions, and use a defibrillator. Anyone can be a hero by acting...

After a catheter-based procedure (PCI, stent, TAVI, PFO closure…), it is normal to have questions and sometimes worry. Here you will find simple, practical guidance to take care of yourself...

TAVI represents a major advancement in cardiology. It offers a second life to many patients whose hearts were exhausted by a rigid and stenosed valve. Less effort for the heart,...

History of John Gibbon, pioneer of extracorporeal circulation and inventor of the heart-lung machine, a decisive breakthrough in modern cardiac surgery.

Inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST) affects about 1% of the population. It is not strictly considered an arrhythmia, but rather a condition where the heart beats faster than expected, even at...

Doping-related cardiomyopathy, unlike the healthy athlete’s heart, causes often irreversible damage that can lead to heart failure, pulmonary congestion, and even sudden death.

The athlete’s heart is a normal adaptation of the heart to intense effort, distinct from pathological cardiomyopathies. Its characteristics vary depending on the type of sport and sex.

Cardiovascular training, whether continuous or interval (HIIT), improves heart health, reduces the risk of cardiac recurrence, and is a cornerstone of cardiovascular prevention. Moving regularly, even a little, extends life...

Testimony of a Patient Who Underwent Coronary Bypass Surgery: From the Diagnosis to Recovery and a Return to Normal Life

History of Dr. Walt Lillehei, pioneer of open-heart surgery through cross circulation, a major milestone in the evolution of modern cardiac surgery.

Chef Laloux offers us an original eggplant with coffee recipe, blending the sweetness of eggplant with the bold aroma of coffee, paired with Mediterranean yogurt and a hint of cinnamon.