Heart Articles A-Z
Stroke During Mitral Valve Replacement
A temporary or permanent stroke during mitral valve replacement occurs in about 5 out of 100 procedures. As this eMedTV article explains, some of these strokes are caused by a piece of plaque that breaks off and blocks an artery in the brain.
| Su Estadía en el Hospital |
Basándose en los resultados de sus pruebas diarias, el examen físico y en cómo se sienta usted, su médico determinará el momento en que se le transferirá de la unidad de cuidados intensivos a otra habitación especial en el hospital.
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| Su Estadía en el Hospital |
Basándose en los resultados de sus pruebas diarias, el examen físico y en cómo se sienta usted, su médico determinará el momento en que se le transferirá de la unidad de cuidados intensivos a otra habitación especial en el hospital.
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| Su Estadía en el Hospital |
Basándose en los resultados de sus pruebas diarias, el examen físico y en cómo se sienta usted, su médico determinará el momento en que se le transferirá de la unidad de cuidados intensivos a otra habitación especial en el hospital.
Symptoms of Atrial Fibrilation
This eMedTV page lists common symptoms of atrial fibrillation (such as dizziness, heart palpitations, and a pulse that is faster than normal). Symptoms of atrial fibrilation is a common misspelling of symptoms of atrial fibrillation.
Symptoms of Atrial Fibrillation
Common symptoms of atrial fibrillation include heart palpitations and tightness in the chest. This eMedTV article discusses symptoms of atrial fibrillation, such as shortness of breath and an irregular pulse that is faster than normal.
Symptoms of Mitral Valve Prolapse
Symptoms of mitral valve prolapse can include chest pain, heart palpitations, and fainting. As this eMedTV article explains, most people with the condition do not experience any symptoms of mitral valve prolapse.
| Syncope |
This video clip looks at the causes of fainting.
| Tachyarrhythmia - Fast Heart Rhythm Overview |
This video tells you what you need to know about fast heart rhythms.
| TEE Complications -- Final Thoughts |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
| Tests to Look for Heart Disease |
Several tests to look for heart disease are available, which this media clip describes.
The Day of Aortic Valve Replacement Surgery
On the day of aortic valve replacement surgery, the person having surgery will have a catheter inserted into his or her bladder. This eMedTV resource provides additional details about what to expect on the day of aortic valve replacement surgery.
The Day of Mitral Valve Replacement Surgery
On the day of mitral valve replacement surgery, many patients feel anxious before the procedure. This section of the eMedTV library provides detailed information about what to expect on the day of mitral valve replacement surgery.
| The Heart and Its Electrical Pathways |
This multimedia clip explains the electrical pathways of the heart and how they work.
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| The Heart and Its Electrical System |
This multimedia clip explains the electrical pathways of the heart and how they work.
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| The Heart Has Electrical Pathways |
This multimedia clip explains the electrical pathways of the heart and how they work.
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| The Heart's Electrical Pathways |
This multimedia clip explains the electrical pathways of the heart and how they work.
Thyroid Tests for Atrial Fibrillation
As explained in this eMedTV resource, thyroid tests for atrial fibrillation diagnosis measure hormones known as TSH and T4. If the thyroid tests show that TSH or T4 levels are too high, they may be the cause of atrial fibrillation.
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| Tilt Table Risks -- Final Thoughts |
This video clip discusses the likelihood of complications occurring with your procedure.
| Tilt Table Risks -- Minor |
This video clip lists some of the minor complications of this procedure.
| Tilt Table Test |
This interactive video explains what you can expect during the title table test.
| Tilt Table Test: Presentation Summary |
This multimedia clip describes the purpose of a tilt table test.
| Time in the Hospital (CABG) |
This clip talks about what to expect in the hospital after your surgery.
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| Time in the Hospital After Your Aortic Valve Replacement |
This clip talks about what to expect in the hospital after your surgery.
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| Time in the Hospital After Your Mitral Valve Replacement |
This clip talks about what to expect in the hospital after your surgery.
| Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) |
This video describes what to expect if you are going to have a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE).
| Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) - Presentation Summary |
This video clip offers a brief summary of a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE).
| Traslado a la Sala de Cirugía (CT) |
La temperatura de la sala de cirugía estará un poco fría (de unos 60 a 65 grados), pero se le suministrarán cobijas para mantenerlo abrigado.
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| Traslado a la Sala de Cirugía (CT) |
La temperatura de la sala de cirugía estará un poco fría (de unos 60 a 65 grados), pero se le suministrarán cobijas para mantenerlo abrigado.
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| Traslado a la Sala de Cirugía (CT) |
La temperatura de la sala de cirugía estará un poco fría (de unos 60 a 65 grados), pero se le suministrarán cobijas para mantenerlo abrigado.
| Traslado a la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos |
Al terminar la cirugía, se le trasladará directamente a la unidad de cuidados intensivos en la que habrá otros pacientes. Allí, los proveedores de atención médica observarán atentamente su estado.
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| Traslado a la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos |
Al terminar la cirugía, se le trasladará directamente a la unidad de cuidados intensivos en la que habrá otros pacientes. Allí, los proveedores de atención médica observarán atentamente su estado.
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| Traslado a la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos |
Al terminar la cirugía, se le trasladará directamente a la unidad de cuidados intensivos en la que habrá otros pacientes. Allí, los proveedores de atención médica observarán atentamente su estado.
| Treatments for a Fast Heart Rhythm |
This video clip talks about medication, ablation, and other treatment options for a fast heart rhythm.
| Treatments for a Slow Heart Rhythm |
This video clip talks about how a pacemaker can help correct a slow heart rhythm.
| Treatments for Aortic Valve Disease |
Different treatments for aortic valve disease are available, as this multimedia clip explains.
| Treatments for Heart Disease |
Various treatments for heart disease are available, which this video clip describes.
| Treatments for Mitral Valve Disease |
Medications and surgery are some of the treatment options for mitral valve disease. This video clip takes a closer look at these options.
As this eMedTV article explains, tricuspid regurgitation is a heart condition in which the heart's tricuspid valve does not close properly. It is most commonly caused by rheumatic fever. Usually, this condition requires little or no treatment.
Tricuspid stenosis is a rare condition in which the heart's tricuspid valve is narrowed. This portion of the eMedTV archive discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of tricuspid stenosis.
Types of Aortic Valve Replacements
Types of aortic valve replacements include mechanical valves and tissue valves. As this portion of the eMedTV archives explains, there are advantages and disadvantages associated with both types of aortic valve replacements.
Types of atrial fibrillation include primary, chronic, persistent, permanent, and paroxysmal. This eMedTV article discusses these types of atrial fibrillation and defines them clearly and concisely.
Although "heart disease" often refers to coronary artery disease, more than 50 types of heart disease exist. This eMedTV page categorizes these different types based on the areas of the heart they affect, such as myocarditis and atrial fibrillation.
| Types of Heart Valves |
There are two types of valves that can be used for this procedure, which this video clip describes.