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History of cardiology

Episode 2 – Dr Elliot Cutler

Dr. Elliot Cutler, an American surgeon born on July 30, 1888, was a prominent figure at Harvard University and a trailblazer in the field of cardiac surgery.

He concluded his military career with the rank of Brigadier General in the U.S. Army. Following World War I, he embarked on an ambitious mission to address mitral stenosis, a condition affecting the heart valve, through groundbreaking surgical techniques.

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icardio 16/11/2024
Coronary heart diseases

Coronary Angioplasty (PCI)

Coronary angioplasty is a procedure aimed at repairing narrowed or blocked coronary arteries caused by cholesterol plaques. This procedure is usually performed following a coronary angiography, which allows visualization of the narrowing presents in the coronary arteries.
The intervention involves inserting a small balloon into the blocked artery and then inflating it to widen the vessel. In most cases, a stent (endoprosthesis) is then placed to keep the artery open.

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icardio 25/10/2024
Coronary heart diseases

Unstable Angina- NSTEMI

When a blood clot partially obstructs a coronary artery or one of its branches, the heart muscle supplied by this artery continues to receive oxygen, but in insufficient amounts. This precarious condition is known as unstable angina, now referred to in medical terms as Non-STEMI (Non-ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction).

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icardio 21/10/2024
Patient-partner

The Patient-Partner – medical point of view

Since the 2000s, medicine has faced a series of growing challenges. These obstacles are notably evident with an aging population, the rise in chronic diseases, the influence of “Dr. Google,” and increasing cases of non-adherence to treatments. In response to these evolving realities, it has become essential to rethink and adapt patient care approaches to better address these new challenges.
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icardio 19/10/2024
Coronary heart diseases

Coronary heart disease (Angina)

Coronary artery disease is caused by the buildup of cholesterol plaques in one or more of the heart’s arteries. The classic symptom, known as angina, presents as chest pain at the center of the chest, often radiating to the left arm and jaw.
This pain is typically relieved quickly with rest and reoccurs with similar exertion. It is important to note that this presentation can vary in form.

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icardio 05/10/2024
General

Healthy Habits for a Healthy Heart
– Cardiovascular Exercise and a Healthy Weight

It has been demonstrated that our daily habits can significantly influence the onset and progression of cardiovascular diseases. L’adoption de comportements sains, comme faire une activité physique régulière avec la recherche et le maintien d’un poids santé s’avère cruciale pour la prévention des maladies cardiovasculaires. Dans cet article, L’exercice cardiovasculaire et le poids santé sont traitées.

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icardio 28/08/2024
Valvular & cardiovascular diseases

Aortic Stenosis

Aortic valve stenosis means that this valve has lost its flexibility, and its opening is reduced.

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icardio 17/08/2024
General

Healthy Habits for a Healthy Heart – Giving Up Smoking

Increasing the risk of death by around three times, smoking is at the root of the process that causes heart and lung diseases and is linked to a significant number of cancers.
Giving up smoking is strongly recommended and is part of our effort toward improving our lifestyle habits.

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icardio 13/08/2024
History of cardiology

Episode 1 – Dr Ludwig Rehn

Ludwig Rehn, a surgeon by training, was born in Germany on April 13, 1849. Considered an innovator, he would become an important figure in the history of cardiology.

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icardio 03/08/2024