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have any symptoms. Making sure all your healthcare providers know about your CPVT Limiting ... ) or sudden death. If you or someone in your family has CPVT, you and all other family members should

Understanding Cardiac Tamponade ... some of the health problems that can lead to cardiac tamponade. For example, take care of your heart by ... open heart surgery Sometimes healthcare providers don't know the cause of cardiac tamponade ... fluid buildup;pericardium;600;medical emergency;fibrous sac;space around the heart

Heart Biopsy, Right Heart Cath with Biopsy ... are critically ill, your healthcare provider may do the right heart cath in the intensive care unit ... site for bleeding and check your blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing while you recover. Let ... right heart cath;heart tissue biopsy;135, 41

for your healthcare dollar. Learn how to work with your health plan The more you know about ... your health plan, the better you can use it in your favor. Make sure to: Get to know your benefits ... medical consumer;savvy medical consumer;know health plan;health plan;know your doctor;health care system;medical consumer tips

Right Heart Cath ... of pressures on the left side of your heart. Your cardiac output—the amount of blood your heart pumps ... rhythms, such as ventricular tachycardia (fast heart rate in your lower heart chambers) Cardiac ... right heart cath;40

*Heart Disease Risk ... Know what puts you at risk for heart disease. Learn what changes can help control your risk ... know the risk factors for heart disease? You can’t do anything about some risk factors. But you can ... levels;weight management;cholesterol levels;blood sugar levels;heart disease risk factors ... 60026;cardiovascular disease prevention;heart disease;cardiovascular disease;smoking;blood pressure

healthcare provider knows about all your medical conditions. Certain factors or conditions may ... fluoroscopy. What are the risks of fluoroscopy? You may want to ask your healthcare provider about

for 9 to 12 hours before this test. Be sure your healthcare provider knows about all medicines ... test? You may need this test if you are at risk for CVD. Risk factors for CVD include: Older age ... VLDL cholesterol;lipid panel;cardiovascular disease;LDL cholesterol;triglycerides;heart disease;blood test

well your heart pumps blood during exercise. You also might need a procedure called cardiac ... builds up in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. See if you’re at risk for CAD, and how you ... W1702; CAD; coronary artery disease; heart disease; plaques; cholesterol; high blood pressure; atherosclerosis;

getting pregnant after a heart disease diagnosis. It is good to know about any possible risks. Do ... sexual function. Skipping your medications can put you at risk for serious heart-related problems ... erectile dysfunction;estrogen;heart;heart attack;heart disease;heart failure;relationships;sex;therapy;WN06702_eng

the intensive care unit (ICU). Healthcare staff will closely watch your child's heart rate ... drainage from the site is normal. Follow all the instructions your child’s healthcare provider

placed in people who are at a very high risk of a dangerous heart rhythm and cardiac arrest ... soon. Make sure all your healthcare providers know about your health history. Key points about

*Factor I ... Factor I (Fibrinogen) ... your healthcare provider knows about all medicines, herbs, vitamins, and supplements you are taking ... This test measures the amount of a protein called factor I, or fibrinogen, in your blood. It ... factor I;fibrinogen;clotting disorder;bleeding disorder;blood test;coagulation factor I

problems with anesthesia You should discuss all the risks and benefits of the procedure with your ... a home communicator. Carry a CRT pacemaker identification card and let all your caregivers know ... 66;Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy

*Cardiac Rehab Getting Started ... the rest of your body get stronger. It also helps control other heart risks. Getting Started ... with Cardiac Rehab: Exercise Being more active is a key part of heart attack prevention. It helps your ... cardiac rehab;heart exercise;heart attack rehabilitation;heart attack prevention;getting started with cardiac rehab;90016;heart rehab

alcohol. It can trigger heart rhythm problems. Make sure your healthcare providers know about all ... feeling that your heart is skipping beats or beating too hard (heart palpitations) Shortness of

*Cardiac Catheterization Ch ... down and keep the insertion site still. Your child is cared for and checked on until they can leave the ... . Your Child’s Experience: Cardiac Catheterization for Coarctation of the Aorta (COA)  Cardiac ... 89159;Your child's cardiac catheterization for coarctation of the aorta;pediatric cardiac catheterization for coarctation of the aorta

known risk factors. Knowing your risk factors for any disease can help guide you to take actions. This ... , and medical management of risk factors. Medical Care of Vascular Diseases Vascular system ... ;atherosclerosis;vascular diseases risk factors;medical management of vascular risk factors;P08253

Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease: Know Your Risk Your healthcare provider doesn’t have a crystal ball. But ... heart disease. At your next visit, ask about calculating your risk of atherosclerotic ... atherosclerosis; heart disease risk; plaque; heart attack; stroke; cholesterol; LDL; HDL; diabetes; blood pressure; smoking

*Sudden Cardiac Arrest ... trigger sudden cardiac arrest. Many of the same factors that increase your risk for heart attack ... increase the risk for sudden cardiac arrest. These include: Family history of heart disease ... sudden cardiac arrest;cardiovascular disease;heart failure;emergency medicine;drug use;chest trauma;cardiology;60023;SCA;SCD;sudden cardiac death