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Coronary heart diseases

Triglycerides and Heart Disease

Often less well-known than cholesterol, triglycerides are another type of fat found in the blood. When too high, they may play a role in heart disease. Learn how they work, how they might affect your arteries, and what can be done to keep them under control.

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Arrhythmia

At Home with a New Pacemaker

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.

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Coronary heart diseases

The Psychological Impact of a Heart Attack

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.

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Arrhythmia

Premature beat: a patient’s point of view

That night, my heart started “skipping beats.”
In my case, the doctor tried to reassure me. Words are easy to say, but the worry and anxiety of feeling your heart “misfire” remain nonetheless. I understand your concerns and anxiety. Through this text, I hope to guide you and, most importantly, reassure you about these palpitations related to extrasystoles.

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Coronary heart diseases

The Impact of a Snowstorm on the Heart

In the medical field, particularly in cardiology, an increase in emergency room visits is often observed following a snowstorm. Shoveling is frequently identified as the main trigger for these cardiac events. But is this merely a myth, or is it a well-documented medical reality?

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Coronary heart diseases

Coronary Restenosis Post-Angioplasty

A common and perfectly legitimate question after a coronary artery dilation procedure is: “How long will it last?”
In answering this question, the term “restenosis” is likely to come up, often raising additional questions.

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Heart failure

Stress-induced Cardiomyopathy- Takotsubo- A Medical Perspective

Takotsubo syndrome is a heart condition classified under the family of cardiomyopathies. Also known as broken heart syndrome, apical ballooning, or stress-induced cardiomyopathy, this disorder is characterized by a temporary weakening of the heart muscle, often triggered by intense emotional or physical stress.

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Heart failure

Heart Failure – Generalities

Heart failure is a chronic condition. Although advancements in treatment have improved outcomes, it remains a serious condition, particularly for those with a reduced ejection fraction.
Worldwide, millions of people are affected by this disease. In Canada, approximately 1% of the adult population lives with this condition, and its prevalence increases to 10% among individuals over the age of 65.

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How it works

Sinus Bradycardia

When the heart rate drops below 60 beats per minute, it is referred to as bradycardia. This slower rate can be a natural response or, in some cases, a sign of a rhythm disorder.

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