Introduction Heart health is paramount, especially as we age. For women, in particular, the years following menopause bring unique shifts that can impact the cardiovascular system. This makes understanding the potential for heart disease and taking proactive steps to maintain cardiovascular health critical. One valuable tool in this assessment is the coronary artery calcium (CAC) … Read more
What is Ventricular Bigeminy? In the realm of cardiac electrophysiology, ventricular bigeminy describes a specific pattern of heartbeats. It’s characterized by the consistent repetition of a normal heart beat followed immediately by a premature ventricular contraction (PVC). Imagine the heart’s regular rhythm, then a sudden, early, and different-looking beat erupts, followed by a pause, and … Read more
What is Ejection Fraction? Unveiling the Heart’s Pumping Power Imagine a pump squeezing a balloon. The ejection fraction is essentially how much of the balloon’s contents are squeezed out with each squeeze. In the human heart, the left ventricle acts as this powerful pump. It’s the primary chamber responsible for forcefully pushing oxygen-rich blood to … Read more
Understanding the Heart and its Parts The heart, a tireless engine, pumps blood throughout our bodies, providing the oxygen and nutrients we need to live. Within this intricate system, the left atrium plays a crucial role. This article explores the potential condition of possible left atrial enlargement, covering its nature, origins, signs, diagnosis, and available … Read more
