Cardiovascular - February 2019 Archives

Mitral valve repair and mitral valve replacement are procedures that may be performed to treat diseases of the mitral valve — the ...

Aortic valve calcification is a condition in which calcium deposits form on the aortic valve in the heart. These deposits can cause narrowing ...

Each year in the U.S., more than 800,000 people suffer a stroke. And once patients have had a stroke, they are at risk for another. ...

Stress can contribute to heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias) such as atrial fibrillation. Some studies suggest that stress and mental health issues may cause your ...

Heart murmurs are sounds during your heartbeat cycle — such as whooshing or swishing — made by turbulent blood in or near your heart. These ...

Heartburn, angina and heart attack may feel very much alike. Even experienced health care providers can't always tell the difference from your medical history and ...

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Sleep: 6 tips for a better night's rest Sleep plays a crucial role in your health, energy level and ability to ...

Listen: Mayo Clinic Radio 2/23/19 Structural heart disease is a problem with the tissues or valves of the heart. On the Mayo Clinic Radio ...

Heart problems were wearing down Pat Rozeske and sapping her strength. But cardiac surgery and rehabilitation have renewed her energy and put her on the path to better health.

Heart disease in women: Understand your risks Heart disease is the most common cause of death in the U.S. Although several traditional risk factors, such ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends all people 6 months and older, with few exceptions, should get a flu shot. The truth is, the ...

Women are waiting longer to become pregnant. So acquired forms of heart disease, such as coronary artery disease and hypertension, have become even more important ...