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Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

MIBHS

Causes of Cardiac Arrest Cardiac arrest can be triggered by various factors, including: Abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias) Severe coronary artery disease High blood pressure Extreme electrolyte imbalances Drug overdose or trauma Congenital heart defects Recognizing Sudden Cardiac Arrest Unlike a heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest occurs without (..)

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A world-class institute dedicated to the treatment of all heart conditions has been inaugurated in Thailand.

Heart 2023 Conference

The institute specializes in the treatment of coronary artery diseases, arrhythmia, advanced heart failure and heart transplantation, structural heart disease, cardiogenetics, and congenital heart disease. Additionally, it offers comprehensive cardiac screening and preventive care.

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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

MIBHS

Heart Valve Disease If one or more heart valves are not functioning correctly, it can cause blood to flow backward, putting extra pressure on the heart, which may cause it to expand to compensate for the inefficiency. This may result in ischemia (lack of oxygen to the heart muscle), causing parts of the heart to weaken and enlarge.

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Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Cardiovascular Disease

Journal of the American Heart Association

In the setting of arrhythmias, specific SDoHs can increase the incidence of atrial fibrillation and adversely affect major outcomes in these patients. In congenital heart diseases, SDoHs can affect major outcomes, as well.

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6 Cardiology Board Review Questions That Will Help You Pass the Boards

BoardVitals - Cardiovascular

In preparation for the ABIM Cardiovascular Disease exam, check out the BoardVitals Cardiology Board Review Question Bank and we’ll make sure you’re well versed in the following 13 areas covered on the exam: Multiple-Choice Component Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 23% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 17% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial (..)

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5 Free Cardiology MOC Practice Questions

BoardVitals - Cardiovascular

The exam covers the following topics: Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 21.5% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 19% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial Disease 3% Congenital Heart Disease 3% Vascular Diseases 5% Systemic Hypertension and Hypotension 8.5%

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FAQs about the Cardiology Recertification Exam

BoardVitals - Cardiovascular

The Cardiology MOC exam covers the following subjects : Arrhythmias 15% Coronary Artery Disease 21.5% Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 19% Valvular Disease 15% Pericardial Disease 3% Congenital Heart Disease 3% Vascular Diseases 5% Systemic Hypertension and Hypotension 8.5%