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American College of Cardiology Announces Care of the Athletic Heart

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High profile cases of sudden cardiac arrest in elite athletes in recent years has reminded the cardiology community of the challenging questions posed to cardiologists in these settings. Questions like: How do we prevent cardiac arrest in athletes? Can an athlete return to play after cardiac arrest?

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Abstract Sa1108: The Aberrant Autophagy-Apoptosis regulation Mediates the Severe Neurological Dysfunction after Cardiac Arrest in Diabetic Mice

Circulation

However, whether this abnormal autophagy exacerbates neuronal apoptosis and neurological outcome in diabetic mice remains unclear.Methods:Patients were divided into non-diabetic cardiac arrest (CA) patients and diabetic CA patients, and the survival and neurological outcomes at discharge and day 28 after ROSC were compared between these two groups.

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Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

MIBHS

When discussing heart health, heart attacks and cardiac arrest are two terms that are often mistaken for one another. Understanding the difference between heart attack and cardiac arrest can help in recognizing symptoms, seeking prompt medical care, and even saving lives. What is Cardiac Arrest?

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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease: Can You Prevent It?

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While much attention is given to modifiable risk factors such as diet, exercise, and smoking, the role of genetics in heart disease is equally critical yet less understood by the general public. Diet: Follow a heart-healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.

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

MIBHS

Lifestyle Changes Making certain lifestyle adjustments can also improve heart function and reduce the risk of further enlargement: Maintain a healthy diet low in salt and saturated fats. Cardiac Arrest or Sudden Death: Cardiomegaly increases the risk of life-threatening arrhythmias, which can cause sudden cardiac arrest.

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15 Early Warning Signs Of Heart Disease You Should Lookout For

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It occurs when blood flow to the coronary arteries is restricted, frequently by a blood clot, which can harm the heart muscle and result in consequences like heart disease or sudden cardiac arrest. Heart disease is the most significant cause of death globally and is an illness that affects the blood vessels and heart arteries.