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

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“You and Your Stent”

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Dr. James Blankenship

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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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On Nov 07

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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On Nov 07

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 has answered a question
On Nov 07

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 has answered a question
On Nov 07

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 has answered a question
On Nov 07

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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On Jul 25

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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On Jul 08

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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On Jun 24

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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On Jun 24

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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On Jun 19

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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On Jun 19

What is a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine?

A continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine is the most effective treatment for obstructive sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder in which breathing is interrupted throughout the night. A ...
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On Jun 19

What is structural heart disease?

Structural heart disease is any abnormality, or defect, of the heart muscle or the heart valves. You may have heard of congenital heart disease. This is any structural heart disease that is present...
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On Jun 19

How is a nuclear stress test performed?

A nuclear stress test includes all the steps of a regular stress test but adds a few extra so your cardiologist can see how well blood is flowing to your heart. Before the scan, a nurse or technic...
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On Jun 19

How is a stent placed in the body?

Stents are tiny, metal mesh tubes that are placed in arteries to keep an artery from collapsing after the fatty deposits that were blocking the artery (called plaque) have been pushed aside to rest...
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On Jun 19

How will I feel after an angioplasty and stenting procedure?

Before you leave the hospital after angioplasty, be sure to discuss what you can expect with your doctor, as your recovery will depend on the extent of your procedures and your physical condition. ...
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