Memory Loss From Heart Surgery
Memory loss (amnesia) is unusual forgetfulness. It may refer to not being able to remember new events, not being able to recall one or more memories of the past, or both.
Alternative Names
Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory; Amnestic syndrome
Considerations
The cause determines whether amnesia comes on slowly or suddenly, and whether it is temporary or permanent.
Normal aging may lead to trouble learning new material or requiring a longer time...
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Memory loss
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Forgetfulness; Amnesia; Impaired memory; Loss of memory; Amnestic syndrome Home Care The family should provide support. Reality... Read more »
Heart bypass surgery
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Off-pump coronary artery bypass; OPCAB; Beating heart surgery; Bypass surgery - heart; CABG; Coronary artery bypass graft; Coronary artery bypass... Read more »
Minimally invasive heart surgery
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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