Página 35 - Artículos médicos de Cardiología

A group of three treadmills in a row inside a gym or a medical centre. On the third and furthest away treadmill, a man is running. Treadmills are used during an exercise test to examine the heart's ability to cope with physical exertion.

Por Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer
14.02.20
Cardiología

An exercise test, also known as a stress test, evaluates how well your heart can cope with physical exertion. You may need this done for a medical test for work or perhaps your heart has shown irregularities. Dr Sukhjinder Nijjer regularly performs this test and in this article, he explains all you need about this test and how to prepare.

A 3d model of the heart and its interior. The model is on top of a textbook with open pages with images and text -that is too small to read- about heart rhythms.

Por Dr Boon Lim
27.01.20
Cardiología

Atrial flutter: your comprehensive guide

The human heart usually has a steady rhythm. However, if it starts to beat too quickly, problems can occur. Atrial flutter is the sensation of rapid heartbeats and here, leading cardiologist Dr Boon Lim guides you through what this condition is, why it requires treatment, the success rates of treatment and more.

A stethoscope on top of a printed out reading of a person's heartbeat.

Por Dr Boon Lim
17.01.20
Cardiología

Are ectopic heartbeats dangerous?

Many of us experience ectopic heartbeats without any cause for concern, but when are they considered dangerous? Dr Boon Lim explains all you need to know about these abnormal heartbeats and when to seek medical help.

Woman holding her chest in front of a specialist

Por Dr Michael John Van der Watt
20.12.19
Cardiología

Are heart palpitations dangerous?

Heart palpitations are usually harmless but can they ever be a sign of something serious? Dr Michael John Van der Watt, a cardiologist from Watford, explains exactly what they are and when you should consider going to a doctor.

Por Dr Michael John Van der Watt
16.12.19
Cardiología

breathlessness heart problems

Even though most of us probably wouldn't associate breathing difficulties with heart problems, it can be a common warning sign that something is wrong with your heart. Cardiologist, Dr Michael John Van der Watt explains which heart conditions can leave a person feeling tired and breathless.

Por Mr Shahzad Raja
11.12.19
Cardiología

All you need to know about aortic valve surgery

Aortic valve surgery is a type of open-heart surgery used to treat problems associated with the aortic valve. The aortic valve may need to be replaced if it becomes narrowed (aortic stenosis) or if the valve is leaky (aortic valve regurgitation). Mr Shahzad Raja, renowned cardiac surgeon, explains all you need to know about aortic valve surgery.

Por Professor Melvin Lobo
26.11.19
Cardiología

Managing high blood pressure

Hypertension or high blood pressure is highly prevalent, with 1.13 billion people worldwide diagnosed with the condition, and this is predicted to increase to 1.5 billion by the year 2025. Professor Melvin Lobo, a global expert in hypertension, talks to us about hypertension and the future of hypertension treatments.

Por Mr Inderpaul Birdi
28.10.19
Cardiología

How dangerous is bicuspid aortic valve disease?

Finding out that you or a loved one has a rare heart disease is worrying. Mr Inderpaul Birdi, an expert heart surgeon from London explains what bicuspid aortic valve disease is and how it’s treated.

Por Professor Michael Mahmoudi
29.07.19
Cardiología

Alcohol septal ablation: treating hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

The heart is one of the most important organs in the body, but it can be affected by a number of health conditions. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy involves the heart’s muscle mass increasing abnormally, which can have unpleasant consequences. Professor Michael Mahmoudi is here to explain this condition and how it can be treated with alcohol septal ablation.

Por Dr Michael Mullen
12.07.19
Cardiología

Which patients is TAVI suitable for?

TAVI stands for transcatheter aortic valve implantation, a minimally invasive catheter-based procedure for patients with aortic stenosis. Aortic stenosis is a heart defect characterized by the narrowing of the aortic valve, which can cause chest pain (angina), dizziness, palpitations, breathlessness and loss of consciousness. Cardiologist Dr Michael Mullen tells us all about TAVI, the possible risks faced with the operation and the road to recovery.

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