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    SCAI

    About SCAI

    SCAI was established in 1976 under the guidance of Drs. F. Mason Sones and Melvin P. Judkins.

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    An educational video for patients and their families.

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    Did you know Cardiovascular Disease is the #1 cause of death in the U.S.? Members of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions (SCAI) are the world's foremost authorities in treating cardiovascular disease. SCAI supports the fight against cardiovascular disease by advancing patient care in invasive and interventional cardiovascular medicine through patient/physician education including its comprehensive patient education website, http://www.seconds-count.org.

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      Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this directory. However some changes may occur between updates. Please check with your provider to ensure that he or she participates in your health plan.

      Last Updated: February 13th, 2012

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Dec 03

        What is rheumatic fever?

        If you allow strep throat to go untreated, it can turn into an illness called rheumatic fever. If strep throat progresses to rheumatic fever, it can cause damage to the heart’s valves and red...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Dec 03

        What is diastolic blood pressure?

        At the doctor’s office when you have your blood pressure taken, you will be told two numbers: the second number is your diastolic blood pressure. A blood pressure reading measures how much fo...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Dec 03

        What is systolic blood pressure?

        When your physician takes your blood pressure, you will be told two numbers: the first number is your systolic blood pressure. This number tells you how much force your blood is exerting against ar...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Dec 03

        What conditions does a nurse practitioner treat?

        Nurse practitioners are registered nurses (RNs) who have completed advanced education (in most states, a master's degree) and training in diagnosing and managing common health concerns, includi...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Oct 05

        How can I quit smoking?

        Smoking is a primary risk factors for cardiovascular disease. If you smoke, quit now. Check with your doctor, health plan, a local hospital or clinic to find a program to help you quit. Or check ou...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Nov 07, 2019

        How do weight and body shape affect women’s risk of heart disease?

        Being overweight is a known risk factor for heart disease. But it is not just your weight that matters: where you carry weight is important as well. Try this exercise for your heart health. Find y...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Nov 07, 2019

        What is the difference between stable and unstable angina?

        Your doctor may describe your chest pain as "unstable" or "stable" angina.  Unstable Angina With unstable angina, also referred to as acute coronary syndrome, chest pain a...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Nov 07, 2019

        Do women have heart attacks?

        Not only do women have heart attacks, but cardiovascular disease is the #1 killer of women. While many women know this, they do not always develop personal habits to reduce the risk of having a hea...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Nov 07, 2019

        Which is more important, systolic or diastolic blood pressure?

        In the past, your physician may have told you that your diastolic blood pressure number is the one that is more important. In the last few years, however, research has emerged that points to the sy...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Nov 07, 2019

        How does menopause affect risk of heart disease?

        Younger, premenopausal women are not immune to heart disease (and they do worse if they have it) - especially if they smoke or have diabetes - but they do have a lower risk of heart disease than me...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Jul 25, 2019

        When can I return to everyday activities after angioplasty and stenting?

        Recovery from angioplasty and stenting is typically brief and many patients are able to return to work within a few days to a week after a procedure.  Always follow your doctor's instruct...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Jul 08, 2019

        What is an intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)?

        A physician will sometimes want to gather highly detailed images of the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart. To do so, he or she may use a diagnostic test called intravascular ultras...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Jun 24, 2019

        Why do young people have heart attacks?

        You might think of heart disease as only affecting people in middle age and later, but very rarely infants, children and younger adults can have heart attacks. In adults in the United States, most...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Jun 24, 2019

        What is a bioabsorbable stent?

        Stents are tiny, metal mesh tubes that are implanted in arteries to prevent them from collapsing after a blockage has been removed. These stents currently are manufactured in two varieties: bare me...

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      • SCAI
        SCAI has answered a question
        On Jun 19, 2019

        How is sleep apnea treated?

        In sleep apnea, airway obstruction results in interrupted breathing throughout the night. There are dental appliances that can be used to position the jaw or tongue during sleep to maintain an open...

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