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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.

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

MIBHS

Common Heart Diseases with Genetic Links Coronary Artery Disease (CAD): CAD occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked. Specific genetic variants, such as those affecting cholesterol metabolism, can increase the likelihood of plaque buildup in the arteries. How Do Genetic Factors Work?

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A man in his 30s with cardiac arrest and STE on the post-ROSC ECG

Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

He reportedly told his family "I think I'm having a heart attack", then they immediately drove him to the ED, and he was able to ambulate into the triage area before he collapsed and became unresponsive. He had multiple cardiac arrests with ROSC regained each time. This patient arrested shortly after hospital arrival.

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Lowering Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease Events by Treating Residual Inflammatory Risk

DAIC

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), caused by plaque buildup in arterial walls, is one of the leading causes of disability and death worldwide.1,2 3 Patients with ASCVD are at a higher risk for major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) including heart attack or myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, and cardiovascular (CV) death.4

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The Hidden Toll of Chronic Stress on Your Heart Health

MIBHS

While many arrhythmias are harmless, some can be life-threatening and increase your risk of stroke, heart failure, and sudden cardiac arrest. Sustained inflammation can damage your blood vessels, leading to atherosclerosis (plaque buildup) and increasing your risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Why is ECG machine use? What diseases can EKG monitor detect?

Wellnest

An ECG machine does not only show inflammation but also specifies the area of the heart which is inflamed. Cardiac arrest Cardiac arrest is a medical emergency in which the heart stops pumping blood to the body. It is a breakdown of the heart's electrical system. It has no cables and is hassle-free.