Cholesterol Drugs May Lower Stroke Risk for Healthy Older Adults
Statins and fibrates both drop chances by about one-third, study suggests
Category : Cardiovascular Health : Health & Medical
Contemporary Pacemaker and ICD Lead Management
Lead extraction has become increasingly important, as the number of devices implanted has skyrocketed in recent years.
B-Type Natriuretic Peptide
Learn about a new, recently FDA-approved, point-of-care assay for the diagnosis of heart failure.
Ablation of Paroxysmal AF in Patients on Chronic Hemodialysis
What are the outcomes of AF ablation in patients who are on chronic hemodialysis?
How to Repair a Failed Mitral Valve Ring
The mitral valve of your heart is an opening that allows oxygen-rich blood from the lungs to flow from one chamber of your heart, the left atrium, into another chamber, the left ventricle. The left ventricle then pumps the oxygen-rich blood out of your heart into the bloodstream so that the rest of
Side Effects of Cholesterol Medication
Medications to lower cholesterol are used when lifestyle changes do not produce a strong enough change. Cholesterol medications may work by lowering LDL ("bad cholesterol") and triglycerides and by raising HDL ("good cholesterol"). Side effects from cholesterol medications vary by the type and dos
Cholesterol-Lowering Foods
High cholesterol contributes greatly to heart disease and stroke. For this reason, when a diagnosis of high cholesterol is given, it is crucially important to regain control of your cholesterol as fast as possible. While many medications are now available to help lower cholesterol, it is also import
Why Do Eyes Change Color With Mood?
A classic cartoon depiction of mood change often includes a change of eye color. But in the real world, eyes do not typically change color with a change of mood. The color of the eye is set by the amount of a pigment called melanin. The amount of this pigment in the iris of the eye can be...
Low-Cholesterol Living: How to Be a Healthy Valentine
This article provides readers with five simple suggestions of how to be a healthy Valentine. If your partner or you have high cholesterol, this article will help you make better choices than standard Valentine's day practices.
Echocardiography Procedures
An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heartHeart image by Blue Frog from Fotolia.comIn simple terms, an echocardiogram refers to an ultrasound of the heart. It makes use of high frequency sound waves to capture images of the heart. This is a common procedure used by doctors to see...
How to Treat Genetic Cholesterol
Familial hypercholesterolemia is a term used to describe a genetic condition where high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol are found in the blood. In layman's terms, you inherited your high cholesterol from your family. This puts you at a significant disadvantage. Not only is your l
C-Reactive Protein Linked to Stroke Risk
High blood levels of a substance known as C-reactive protein, or CRP, may increase the risk of stroke by nearly 400%.
The Effects of High Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a soft waxy substance found in the bloodstream. While a certain level of cholesterol is necessary for certain bodily functions, too much cholesterol in the blood can lead to problematic health issues. High cholesterol is a primary risk factor for heart disease.`
How to Isolate a DC-to-DC Pulse
There are two main types of electrical signal: those that carry alternating currents (AC) and direct currents (DC). AC signals are sinusoidal in nature, and the voltage has an oscillatory dependence. DC signals operate at fixed voltage and have no time variation. Electrical (square wave) pulses occu
Stroke Treatment
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of stroke treatment including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Acute Coronary Syndrome
Acute coronary syndrome is actually a group of syndromes that results from the sudden rupture of atherosclerotic plaque.
Role of Nutriceutical Agents in Cardiovascular Diseases
Presentation and critique of a template for the assessment and integration of information, from clinical studies on complementary and alternative therapies into responsible medical practice.
Help for Lowering Triglycerides
Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the bloodstream. Your doctor may test your triglycerides levels as one factor in determining your risk for heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, a value of less than 150 mg/dL is normal. Above 200 mg/dL is considered to be high, and abo
FDA Approves New Device Aimed at Easing Stroke Risk
ENROUTE system cleans out 'debris' in neck artery for those requiring better blood flow to the brain