An ascending aortic aneurysm is often discovered by chance, without any symptoms. Yet if it tears or ruptures, the consequences can be severe, even fatal. The key is to regularly monitor the aneurysm’s progression to know when to intervene in time. Careful surveillance and a well-planned surgical decision often help avoid an emergency and increase the chances of a successful outcome.
Returning home after pacemaker implantation can be a source of anxiety, making it important to understand the necessary daily precautions, warning signs to watch for, and temporary limitations related to activities such as driving or physical exercise, while also distinguishing myths from facts about potential interactions with electronic or mechanical devices.
Following a heart attack, it is common to experience anxiety, fear, or even symptoms of depression. Understanding these emotional reactions after a myocardial infarction can help ease the recovery process. Stress, loss of confidence, and comparisons with others may all influence healing. Learning to recognize these signs makes it easier to adopt helpful strategies and regain balance.
A heart attack can occur suddenly and be a deeply upsetting experience. Following the diagnosis, hospitalization is required, along with the delivery of a wealth of information from the healthcare team. Then comes the need to adopt new lifestyle habits to reduce the risk of recurrence and improve long-term quality of life.
Chef Philippe Laloux delights us once again with a simple, comforting treat, perfect for after-dinner bites or sweet-tooth moments: a crisp tartlet filled with tender apples and a smooth brown sugar custard. Easy to make, these mini tartlets are the perfect way to bring a touch of sweetness to your heart… and to your guests!
Stress is one of the heart’s greatest enemies. While a balanced diet and regular physical activity are essential for good cardiovascular health, learning to better manage daily stress is just as important.
Among the most promising approaches, mindfulness meditation stands out for its positive effects on the nervous system, blood pressure, and overall well-being.
Chef Philippe Laloux presents a bite that is as simple as it is refined: Ginger-Marinated Tuna, a creation aptly named “Better than Tartare for this King of the Sea.” A single bite bursting with freshness, fragrance, and crunch.
While working at Roper Hospital in Charleston, Dr. Smithy developed a particular interest in aortic stenosis—a disease affecting the valve at the heart’s exit. His interest, however, was not purely academic: he himself suffered from severe narrowing of both the aortic and mitral valves.
Coronary artery bypass surgery aims to reroute blood around blocked heart arteries caused by atherosclerotic plaques—fatty deposits that slow down or block blood flow.
Much like a road bridge that allows vehicles to cross a river or obstacle, this procedure creates new pathways so that oxygen-rich blood can continue to nourish the heart muscle, despite existing blockages.
As the name suggests, cardiac syncope is caused by a problem within the heart. This type of syncope requires special attention because it may indicate a more serious heart condition.
In the vast majority of cases, it is related to an abnormal heart rhythm.
This site is intended to provide information and make cardiology comprehensible for all patients; it is not a substitute for a doctor. It does, however, enable a better understanding of how the heart works, the many heart diseases that exist, the tests required to reach a diagnosis, and the drugs and other methods used to treat them.
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