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A strong social support system dramatically improves healing outcomes for cardiac patients. These three options can help patients enhance their social supports.

Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a condition where heart chambers enlarge and weaken, reducing their ability to pump blood effectively. It often starts in the left ventricle and impacts overall heart function.

Varicose vein stripping is a minor surgery to treat bulging, painful veins. It is often performed on an outpatient basis. Here’s what to expect.

Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation lasts less than seven days and can return to a normal rhythm on its own, while persistent AFib lasts longer and requires treatment to restore a normal rhythm. 

In diagnosing heart valve disease, physicians may use a combination of health history, physical exam, and diagnostic testing. These tests could include an echocardiogram, MRI, stress test, or angiogram.

Heart valve disease can have several different causes, including congenital problems, age-related issues, and disease caused by other conditions, illnesses, or injury.

Vein disease encompasses varicose veins, deep vein disease, and venous insufficiency. There are both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for vein disease.

Symptoms of heart rhythm disorders can include heart palpitations, rapid heartbeat, dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath. Talk to your doctor if experiencing these symptoms.

Symptoms of vein disease include spider veins, varicose veins, achiness in the legs or arms, swelling, and restless legs.

Atrial fibrillation, commonly called AFib, is a common heart rhythm disorder consisting of a rapid and irregular heartbeat. Symptoms can include a fluttering or pounding sensation in the chest, shortness of breath, and fatigue – all of which can be symptoms of other heart conditions as well. Thus, there can be several steps involved in […]

Left bundle branch block is an issue in the heart’s electrical system that delays contraction of the left ventricle.

Myocardial fibrosis is a condition that involves the buildup of scar tissue in the myocardium, which is the heart muscle.

Research continually improves our understanding of genetics and heart disease. If you have increased risk due to family history, there are steps you can take to reduce that risk.

There are many different types of cardiologists who treat patients at Oklahoma Heart Hospital, all with the goal of providing the best possible care.

When medicine fails to treat atrial fibrillation, a catheter ablation may be performed. One option is using cryoablation to treat atrial fibrillation.

Stress impacts heart health in many ways, from increased blood pressure and blood sugar to insomnia and unhealthy coping techniques.

Venous thromboembolism refers to a blood clot that starts in the veins. It is the third most common vascular condition behind heart attack and stroke.

Receiving a heart rhythm disorder diagnosis can result in some fears and concerns. Here are 5 tips on dealing with anxiety about heart rhythm disorders.

Tobacco use impacts the heart in multiple ways, including increasing blood pressure, reducing oxygen in the blood, and damaging the heart muscle.

There are four heart valves that control the flow of blood between the chambers of the heart and into the body.