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.
Coronary Artery Disease
Stay informed about heart, vascular and thoracic topics in this continuation of The Beating Edge blog from our Heart & Vascular Institute, which is ranked No. 1 in heart care in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
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.
The Mummy Returns: Sequel Starring Coronary Artery Disease
Study finds atherosclerosis has always been part of aging, but today we know how to protect ourselves from it. Cleveland Clinic's A. Marc Gillinov, MD, discusses the findings and disease.
Robotic Bypass & Back to Life (Video)
Robotic bypass surgery saved the life of this patient, who was flown to Cleveland Clinic while suffering a heart attack. Watch cardiovascular surgeon Stephanie Mick, MD, and the robot at work.
Marriage May Reduce Risk of Heart Attack
A study in Finland reveals that marriage reduces the risk of heart attack in men and women of all ages. Cleveland Clinic's Richard Krasuski, MD, discusses how relationships matter more than marriage.
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.
Understanding the Major Heart Arteries (Video)
What’s at stake when an artery is blocked? Cleveland Clinic cardiologist Umesh N. Khot, MD, shows how the major arteries help the heart and entire body stay healthy.
Heart Attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest? (Video)
Do you know the difference between sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack? Although the terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they are actually two distinct cardiac conditions.
Chat With a Doctor: Heart Valve Diseases and Conditions
What happens when one or more of your heart’s four valves don’t work properly? Ask questions about valve disease from top Cleveland Clinic heart surgeons at a live webchat Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013, at noon (ET).
Heart Surgery With or Without the Heart-Lung Machine (Video)
On- or off-pump surgery for coronary artery bypass—what is best? Heart Surgeon Joseph Sabik, MD, explains which procedure should be used when in this video.
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