Cardiology

Researchers have found that inserting intra-aortic balloon pumps before angioplasty in patients with AMI does not reduce heart muscle damage.

Patients in a happy marriage were three times more likely to be alive15 years following coronary bypass surgery than patients who were single.

A common virus may be the root of the most frequently occurring type of hypertension.

With its patent protection is looming, the WSJ reported that, according to unnamed sources, Pfizer is considering whether to pursue an OTC version of Lipitor.

Dr. Pullen believes that Pradaxa, generic name dibigatran, has the potential to change the way atrial fibrillation is managed to prevent stroke.

One-fifth of all patients suffering from PAH go undiagnosed and thus untreated for over two years before their disease is correctly identified.

Dr. Verbalis, Dr. Green, and Dr. Miller explain the effects of hyponatremia and Marilyn Getty describes her experience with the condition.

Dr. Marrick Kukin discusses heart failure recommendations, the role of the PCP in the diagnosis, and major myths related to heart failure.

A researcher has proven that magnetic fields have the potential to act as a blood thinner, and possibly reduce the risk of heart attack.

Jacob "Jack" Kevorkian, an American pathologist better known as "Doctor Death".

Dr. Trevor Orchard previews what he will be discussing during his presentation on cardiovascular disease in patients with type 1 diabetes at the ADA meeting.

This podcast reviews key information about the safe storage, handling, and dispensing of Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate mesylate) capsules.

Yankees' pitcher Bartolo Colon has resurrected his career with the help of a disputed therapy involving stem cell injections.

Texas A&M University study casts new light on the cholesterol debate, particularly among adults who exercise.

Study shows that elevated BMI in adolescence can predict type 2 diabetes and coronary heart disease in young adults.

Takeda announced the presentation of new study results, which evaluated the potential inhibitory effects of certain proton pump inhibitors on Plavix

Advanced glycation end products may explain why some diabetics live free from eye, kidney, nerve, and cardiovascular complications for more than 5 decades.

Dr. Pullen discusses the clinical characteristics of PSVT, the tests used to diagnose this condition, and new treatment methods.

Patients with type 1 diabetes are vulnerable to autoimmune heart disease and a missed "training regimen" in the thymus explains why.

A new study has found Avandia to be associated with significantly higher odds of congestive heart failure, heart attack, and death compared with Actos.

A significant number of patients with benign prostate enlargement may have obstructive sleep apnea.

ultrasound therapy does nothing to speed up the healing process of leg ulceration compared to traditional methods.

New research shows that adolescents with risk factors such as pre-diabetes have less bone mass than their overweight but otherwise healthy peers.

Senators reintroduce legislation to ensure that heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular diseases are better treated in women.

Findings from a new study have important implications for women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy and are taking opioid pain killers.