Which patients are likely to re-remodel after CRT?

According to the MedlinePlus website, lipoproteins are compounds in the body made up of proteins and fats (also known as lipids) that move cholesterol through the blood stream. Lipoprotein levels are closely associated with cholesterol levels and heart health.

Atherosclerosis is a disease in which the arteries begin to develop "fatty plaques." These plaques grow and can narrow the arteries, leading to high blood pressure and blood clots. These atherosclerotic plaques can also break off and move to other blood vessels, leading to blockages in other locat

Hemorrhoids are enlarged and bulging blood vessels that occur in the anus and rectum region. Also referred to as piles, they can be internal or external hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids can be caused from excessive strain during a bowel movement or from pressure during pregnancy. The condition can be both

Atherosclerosis is type of arteriosclerosis in which fatty deposits build up along the inner walls of arteries, restricting blood flow to the rest of the body. Fatty buildups, known as plaques, may also burst, resulting in a blood clot. It is a disease that is both preventable and treatable, and whi

Aphasia is the impairment of language function which results from strokes and other injuries to the language areas of the brain.

The heartbeat sensor, also known as the heart rate sensor or heartbeat detector, is a device used in different fields for different reasons. For medical use, it measures the heart rate of an individual. In terms of security it can detect people hidden in vehicles.

According to Oregon State University's (OSU) Health Services, both mono- and polyunsaturated fats come from mainly plant sources, have a number of health benefits, and can replace saturated fats in your diet. Keeping saturated fat a small part of your diet will decrease your risk for elevated chole

This review discusses the pathophysiological basis and clinical data supporting the use of contractile reserve in identification of coronary artery stenosis, myocardial viability and cardiomyopathy.

Resources on low-fat diets are varied and plentiful. Finding instruction on following a low-fat diet is as easy as looking at a nutrition-tracking website on the Internet or as involved as making an appointment with a nutritionist. Whether you want to eat less fat to lose weight or to prevent heart

For patients with atrial fibrillation, just how much does psychological well-being influence symptom severity and healthcare utilization?

This study utilized a novel method to determine whether inter-frame variations in ultrasound greyscale median of carotid artery plaques impacts their utility for predicting the stroke risk.

Pasta dishes do not need to be excluded from a cholesterol lowering diet. With a few simple tips, you can make your next pasta dish healthy -- and delicious.

Brain swelling can be caused by stroke and other insults to the brain. And in some cases this swelling can rapidly lead to death. This article explains hemicraniectomy, a lifesaving surgical technique which is performed in order to save the brain from severe brain swelling.

HDL is also known as "good" cholesterol because it helps keep your arteries free from harmful fatty deposits. When your HDL level gets too low, you are at greater risk for heart disease, heart attack and stroke.

Muscle atrophy is muscle weakness and loss of muscle bulk and tone. Muscle atrophy can occur after a stroke. What you can do to recover from muscle atrophy.

New genetic screening initiatives for familial hypercholesterolemia, together with a co-operative approach to treatment, are discussed as a possible quantum leap for coronary prevention.

Coffee, one of the most popular beverages around the world, can actually lower your stroke risk. You can enjoy your hot or cold coffee while you take care of your health.