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How is an atrial septal defect (ASD) treated?
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the atrium of the heart, and patent foramen ovale (PFO)
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What activities should I avoid when recovering from surgery?
Avoid these heavy activities that require effort for eight weeks after surgery unless your
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What activities can I do when recovering from surgery?
Your activity is restricted while you recover from surgery. The following are light to
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What are the benefits of phase II outpatient cardiac rehabilitation?
Proven benefits of participating in phase II outpatient cardiac rehabilitation to help you recover... Full Answer12/31/1969
What activities should I avoid after heart surgery?
Avoid these heavy activities that require effort after heart surgery until the follow-up visit
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What activities can I do after heart surgery?
Light to moderate activities allowed after discharge from heart
surgery include:
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How should I do upper body exercises after thoracic surgery?
After thoracic surgery, upper-body exercises will help keep the muscles on the side where your
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How should I do breathing exercises after thoracic surgery?
Breathing exercises are important to help expand your lungs after thoracic surgery. Inhale slowly... Full Answer12/31/1969
How active should I be after thoracic surgery?
After thoracic surgery, stay active. Walk frequently. You will become fatigued easily at first but... Full Answer12/31/1969
When should I call my doctor after thoracic surgery?
Call your doctor right away if you have any of these signs of infection after thoracic surgery:... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is a congenital heart defect treated?
Depending on the type of congenital heart defect you have and your other medical problems, your... Full Answer12/31/1969
How can I know my overall cardiovascular health?
I like to recommend three simple and popular tests that can be done by an individual at home to get... Full Answer12/31/1969
How is patent foramen ovale treated?
Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the atrium of the heart, and patent foramen ovale (PFO)
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How is structural heart disease detected?
Detection of structural heart disease begins by obtaining a good family medical history and
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What are symptoms of structural heart disease?
Symptoms of structural heart disease can vary depending on the specific condition or defect.
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