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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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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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6 Days Ago

What role do intensive care nurses have in cardiac bypass surgery?

If you are moved into the hospital's intensive care unit following bypass surgery, you will be cared for by intensive care (or critical care) nurses. These nurses have special training in caring for patients facing life-threatening problems, including cardiac and respiratory emergencies. They are...
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6 Days Ago

What might I ask my doctor about nonsurgical aortic valve replacement?

In November 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new treatment for heart patients with severe aortic valve stenosis who are not good candidates for open-heart valve replacement surgery. This new procedure, called transcatheter valve replacement (TAVR), replaces the diseased..
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6 Days Ago

Can I get help by telephone or over the Internet to quit smoking?

If you want help with quitting smoking but are not easily able to get to an office for in-person or group counseling, telephone or online counseling may fit your needs. Ultimately, it doesn’t matter whether you seek counseling in person, or via telephone or computer-based programs; all seem to be...
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On Jul 10

How does cholesterol affect women’s risk of heart disease?

A high level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol - the so-called “bad” cholesterol - is a substantial contributor to heart disease. LDL cholesterol can increase the build-up of plaque, a fatty substance that adheres to artery walls, restricting blood flow. Eventually, this can lead to a...
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On Jul 10

Is it safe to exercise after a heart attack?

Exercise will be central to your recovery after diagnosis and treatment for heart disease, whether you have had a heart attack, angioplasty or stent placement, coronary artery bypass surgery, valve replacement, heart transplant or diagnosis of angina or heart failure. You can work with your doctor..
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On Jul 06

Who needs an endovascular procedure?

If your leg arteries become clogged and narrowed so that blood is unable to flow and supply enough oxygen to your leg muscles, you may have peripheral artery disease, or PAD. Your doctor may recommend an endovascular procedure (angioplasty) or surgery to open blockages and restore blood flow to the.
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On Jul 06

What should I do if I think I have peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

If you think you have PAD, you should see a doctor. Make an appointment with your primary care doctor and speak candidly about your concerns and symptoms and be prepared to answer questions like these: • Do you experience discomfort in your legs when walking? • Have you developed an ulceration
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On Jul 05

How does an electrocardiogram help diagnose heart disease?

An electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) records the electrical activity in your heart. During the test, small, sticky patches (called electrodes) are placed on different areas of the body. Wires leading from the patches to a computer carry a signal that traces the heart’s electrical activity on paper or..
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On Jul 05

What role does a primary care physician have in heart health?

A primary care physician, such as your family physician, internist, obstetrician/gynecologist, or even your urologist, may be the first to determine that you have risk factors for cardiovascular disease and to initiate treatments. This physician might recommend dietary changes, exercise and me
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On Jul 05

Why is managing cholesterol levels good for heart health?

Most people have heard that if cholesterol levels are too high it can damage their heart health. But why exactly is cholesterol “bad”? First, to clarify, not all cholesterol is bad for your health. Your body actually produces some cholesterol naturally to carry out vital functions at the cellular...
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On Jun 29

What is a heartbeat?

Over the course of your life so far, you were most likely familiar with the heart because of its beating. Perhaps you heard your heartbeat through a stethoscope or listened to someone else's heartbeat. Or maybe you put two fingers to your wrist or neck to feel your pulse. Your pulse is your heartbea
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On Jun 22

What is a diuretic?

Diuretics are medications often prescribed to cardiovascular patients to lower blood pressure, which will help reduce cumulative damage to the heart and arteries. Sometimes called “water pills,” diuretics cause your body to eliminate salt and water (through urine or perspiration), which in turn lowe
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On Jun 21

Are people born with faulty heart valves, or can anyone have valve problem?

Heart valve problems can affect anyone from birth through old age. You may be born with a faulty heart valve - a condition referred to as a congenital heart valve defect, or, you can acquire a heart valve problem later in life. People who are born with a heart valve problem often have conditions...
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On Jun 20

What role does a dietician have in treating cardiovascular disease?

If you have been diagnosed with cardiovascular disease, your primary care physician or cardiologist may refer you to a dietician, a healthcare professional who can help guide you in eating a heart-healthy diet. Dieticians are trained to evaluate your diet and suggest changes in your eating that may.
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On Jun 20

What is a primary care physician (PCP)?

A primary care physician is a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) who is trained to evaluate a patient for overall health and to treat illnesses. Family doctors, internists, obstetrician/gynecologists and pediatricians are all primary care physicians. In order to diagnose health
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