Chronic total occlusion of the heart, or CTO, refers to a complete blockage (100% occlusion) in one of the coronary arteries for more than three months.
Pulse field ablation is a brand-new heart procedure. It's designed to help patients with atrial fibrillation or AFib. The Food and Drug Administration approved the procedure in December 2023.
Aortic dissection is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition that can occur at any age. Knowing what the aorta is and what it does helps better understand the condition.
Heart disease continues to be a leading cause of death worldwide. Healthy eating plays a significant role in controlling heart disease and reducing the risk factors associated with heart attacks and strokes.
Congestive heart failure, or CHF, is a serious medical condition that affects the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. This leads to fluid build-up within the lungs or congestion, making breathing difficult.
Heart failure, which occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to other organs, affects approximately 6.2 million adults in the U.S. Thankfully, providers now have multiple methods to address and treat heart failure.
As an Omaha firefighter for over two decades, John Coniglio has seen CPR and early intervention save lives. What he didn’t know before June 1, 2022, was that they would save his own life.
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