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Can Smoking Cause Detectable Heart Changes on an MRI?

Cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) is a specialized type of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). For individuals who smoke, these tests can detect heart changes. Smoking can lead to elevated left and right ventricular mass, increased amounts … Read more

How Do I Lower Risk for Heart Disease?

For those of you suffering from heart disease or who have a history of cardiovascular health problems in your family, consider the many ways you can lower your heart disease risk. By maintaining your health … Read more

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Heart Disease in Women

Despite its portrayal in film and media, heart attacks do not necessarily occur in the same manner. You might picture a person holding their chest tightly or squeezing their arm, but what happens when these … Read more

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Is PAD Therapy Painful?

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which the arteries leading to the legs and feet receive decreased blood flow. The decrease in blood flow is due to the narrowing of arteries or a … Read more

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How Long Does a VAD Last?

For people living with advanced heart failure, a ventricular assist device (VAD) can provide critical support when the heart can no longer pump effectively. This mechanical pump helps maintain blood throughout the body, boosting strength, … Read more

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How Long Does an MRI Take?

If you’ve been scheduled for a cardiac MRI, you’ve wondered. “How long does an MRI take?”. If you’re trying to plan your day, arrange transportation, or determine when you can return to work, you need … Read more

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