Cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the US, is not something that should be taken lightly. Cleveland Clinic’s Richard Krasuski, MD, highlights five symptoms you shouldn’t ignore.
Surgery Over Stents for Patients With Complex Disease
A recent study found lower overall composite risk for heart attack, stroke and death for patients with coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery as compared to balloon angioplasty and/or stenting.
Non-Invasive Therapy Relieves Chest Pain
The heart muscle weakens with heart disease. For those with unrelieved chest pain from angina and heart failure, Enhanced External Counterpulsation therapy could help.
Unretrieved IVC Filters Pose Risk to Patients
Most patients with retrievable IVC filters never get the device removed. In most cases, this is not a problem—but there is some risk associated with leaving a retrievable filter in.
Catch Blood Clots With Implantable Filters
IVC filters are an option for patients who don’t respond to blood thinners and others who need serious prevention against blood clots. Cleveland Clinic’s Daniel Clair, MD, explains more.
Fixing Aortic Aneurysms (Video)
Aortic aneurysm can be safely and effectively treated using either open surgery or minimally invasive techniques. The approach depends on where the disease is located in the blood vessel.
Aortic Dissection: The Basics (Video)
A tear in the aorta can be life threatening depending on its location. Eric Roselli, MD, tells us about type A and B dissection and how they are treated.
Understanding Aortic Aneurysms (Video)
When is it time to operate on an aortic aneurysm? That depends on its location and type. Eric Roselli, MD, discusses types of aortic aneurysm.
All About the Aorta (Video)
For the body’s largest blood vessel, the aorta, understanding its various sections is important because treatment methods depend on the location of an aortic aneurysm.
Seriously Blocked Arteries: When to Call for Help (Video)
What happens when arteries are blocked? Cleveland Clinic heart doctor Umesh N. Khot, MD, explains how the body responds when not enough blood reaches the heart—and when to call for help.
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