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Lisa Nelson

posted 02/25/2009, comment (1)

What is a Leaky Valve?

Lisa Nelson RD #3: Please explain briefly what a leaking valve is and if someone chooses not to correct a "leaky valve" via surgery what's the long term prognosis? Dr. Shelby-Lane: A leaky valve is a condition in which the blood flow is altered by a valve that allows blood to flow backwards, otherwise known as... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/18/2009, comments (0)

Irregular Heart beat ...

If seeking interventional treatment, it's important that you trust your doctor, and that you make sure that the doctor you choose is actually the one who operates on you. This is especially true at teaching hospitals. Read my experience here: Adventures in Cardiology

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posted 02/12/2009, comments (3)

What is Left Bundle Branch Block?

My doctor said I have Left Bundle Branch Block, but didn't explain it very well, and didn't recommend any treatment. What is it and what should I do about it? Is this something that will cause problems later? Does it increase my risk of heart attack?

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Dr. William Davis

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posted 02/10/2009, comments (5)

Coronary Angioplasty, Stents, and Other Relics of the Paleolithic Age

In the next 24 hours, nearly 10,000 heart procedures will be performed in hospitals across the U.S. That's 365 days a year, year after year. Procedures and drugs taking aim at heart disease appear to be getting better and better-yet the cardiovascular healthcare system grows bigger, generating more procedures, more expensive... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/04/2009, comment (1)

With Mercury and Pesticides, Is Fish Oil Safe?

Fish has given fish oil a bad name. Because questions have been raised over mercury and pesticide residues in fish when eaten, some people have been reluctant to add fish oil supplements to their health regimen. But they shouldn't be. There is no question that some types of fish, particularly large... Read more Chevron

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