Calcium Scan / EBT
What is a calcium scan or EBT? The calcium scan, also called electron beam computed tomography (EBT), is a noninvasive diagnostic test used for taking… Read More »Calcium Scan / EBT
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Heart Disease Tests Overview
When are diagnostic tests used? The tests covered in our Tests and Diagnosis section are used in three distinct situations. Some are used to diagnose… Read More »Heart Disease Tests Overview
Symptoms of Vein Disease
Signs of Blood Clots in the Leg Veins (Deep Vein Thrombosis) Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is when a blood clot forms in one of the body’s… Read More »Symptoms of Vein Disease
Heart Failure Signs & Symptoms
What are the symptoms of heart failure? The Heart Failure Society of America coined the FACES mnemonic to help identify the main symptoms of heart failure: Fatigue –… Read More »Heart Failure Signs & Symptoms
How to Survive a Stroke
Action Plan Know the Symptoms To insure you receive prompt treatment and have the best chance for a positive outcome, it is crucial that both… Read More »How to Survive a Stroke
Stroke Signs
Why is recognizing stroke signs important? When it comes to stroke, “time lost is brain lost.” The longer you wait to get medical treatment, the more brain… Read More »Stroke Signs
Symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Disease, or PAD, is disease of the blood vessels outside the heart. You will experience different symptoms based on where the artery problems… Read More »Symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Heart Valve Disease
What is heart valve disease? The heart has four valves, one at the exit of each of the four main chambers of the heart. The valves… Read More »Heart Valve Disease
Systolic Heart Failure
What is systolic heart failure? Systolic heart failure is a form of heart failure in which the heart’s lower chambers (ventricles) have become too weak to contract and pump… Read More »Systolic Heart Failure
Diastolic Heart Failure
What is diastolic heart failure? Diastolic heart failure is a form of heart failure in which the heart’s lower chambers (ventricles) have become too stiff to relax and expand… Read More »Diastolic Heart Failure