Endocarditis is an infection of the heart valves or an infection of the inner layer of the heart (endocardium). Endocarditis can cause growths on the heart valves or inside the heart. Over time, these growths can destroy heart tissue and cause heart failure or problems with the heart rhythm. They can also cause a stroke […]
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Embolization is a procedure that is done to block one or more blood vessels. This is done by injecting a type of medicine or material (embolic agent) into an artery or vein through a long, flexible tube (catheter). The embolic agent stops blood flow through the artery or vein. This procedure may be done to: […]
An electrophysiology (EP) study is a heart test to check how well the heart’s electrical conduction system is working. The electrical conduction system uses electrical signals to make the heart beat. In this study, thin, flexible tubes (catheters) are placed in a large vein in your groin, arm, neck, or chest. A person may need […]
An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) is a noninvasive test that records the electrical impulses of the heart. It assesses many aspects of heart health, including: Heart rate and rhythm. Heart muscle damage or defects. Size and position of the heart chambers. This test is simple, safe, and painless. It can be done as a routine […]
Electrical cardioversion is the delivery of a jolt of electricity to restore a normal rhythm to the heart. A rhythm that is too fast or is not regular keeps the heart from pumping well. In this procedure, sticky patches or metal paddles are placed on the chest to deliver electricity to the heart from a […]
Oedema Oedema is an abnormal build-up of fluids in the body tissues and under the skin. Swelling of the legs, feet, and ankles is a common symptom that becomes more likely as you get older. Swelling is also common in looser tissues, such as around the eyes. Pressing on the area may make a temporary […]
Echocardiogram An echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves (ultrasound) to produce images of the heart. Images from an echocardiogram can provide important information about: Heart size and shape. The size and thickness and movement of your heart’s walls. Heart muscle function and strength. Heart valve function or if you have stenosis. Stenosis is […]
Dyslipidemia is an imbalance of waxy, fat-like substances (lipids) in the blood. The body needs lipids in small amounts. Dyslipidemia often involves a high level of cholesterol or triglycerides, which are types of lipids. Common forms of dyslipidemia include: High levels of LDL cholesterol. LDL is the type of cholesterol that causes fatty deposits (plaques) […]
Double-outlet right ventricle surgery is a procedure to repair a heart defect that makes it hard for your child’s heart to pump oxygen-rich blood to the body. This heart defect is called double-outlet right ventricle. It occurs when the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body (aorta) is in the wrong […]
Double-Outlet Right Ventricle, Newborn Double-outlet right ventricle is a heart abnormality that a baby is born with (congenital heart defect). This condition occurs when the blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body (aorta) is in the wrong place. Instead of its usual connection to the left pumping chamber of the heart […]