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2024 24 Apr
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most prevalent form of irregular heartbeat. It is projected to impact approximately 12.1 million adults in the United States by 2030. AFib results from abnormal electrical impulses causing a portion of the heart to quiver or fibrillate, often leading to complications and up to a fivefold increased risk of stroke....Read more
2018 15 May
Cognitive deterioration is a common occurrence after major surgery, especially among older patients. New research shows the distance a patient can walk in 6-minutes before a heart operation may be a clue to whether that patient will develop problems with memory, concentration, and attention after the procedure. The findings, published online in...Read more