UCLA-led research finds that among adult congenital heart disease (CHD) transplant recipients, single-ventricle physiology correlated with higher short-term mortality. But 10-year conditional survival ...

New ACC/AHA guidelines update management of adults with congenital heart defects but highlight the shortage of specialists ...

Adults with congenital heart disease benefit from routine care at ACHD centers and collaboration with ACHD cardiologists ...

DALLAS, Aug. 6, 2024 — Single ventricle heart disease is a rare congenital heart defect caused when one of the heart’s lower chambers doesn’t fully develop. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease ...

Dr. Zipes answers the question: 'Heart Attack vs. Heart Rhythm Problems?' — -- Question: What is the difference between a heart attack and heart rhythm problems? Can one cause the other? Answer ...

Premature ventricular complexes (PVCs) are extra heartbeats originating from the heart’s lower chambers, potentially causing palpitations or fluttering sensations. While occasional PVCs are common, ...

In a milestone study, researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the assessment of the heart's right ventricle, ...

Acyanotic heart disease is a type of congenital heart defect that causes abnormal blood flow. It can range from mild to severe. Babies with the condition can seem out of breath and fatigued.

A marathon pushes the human body close to its limits. Legs tire, lungs burn and the heart works hard for hours on end. For ...

Heart valve disease is more common in older people since heart valves can develop damage over time that affects their function. Early diagnosis and treatment are key. Share on Pinterest Getty Images ...

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., yet experts agree the condition is often misdiagnosed in women. For American Heart Month, doctors and patients are speaking out to help ensure ...