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How Smoking Affects Your Heart and Increases Surgery Risk

MIBHS

Smokers are also at a higher risk of graft failure in procedures like coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Develop Coping Mechanisms: Identify triggers for smoking and develop healthier coping strategies, such as exercise, meditation, or journaling.

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Case Report: Extended cardiopulmonary resuscitation in sudden cardiac arrest after acute myocardial infarction

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

The emergency department of Liaocheng People's Hospital in Shandong Province admitted one patient with OHCA in August 2021, who suddenly suffered a loss of consciousness and cardiac arrest during exercise after dinner. Coronary artery bypass grafting was performed after the patient's condition stabilized, and he was finally discharged.

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Rationale and Design of the mTECH?Rehab Randomized Controlled Trial: Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie Cardiac Rehabilitation Program on Functional Status and Cardiovascular Health

Journal of the American Heart Association

This study is designed to evaluate the Corrie Hybrid CR, a technology‐based, multicomponent health equity‐focused intervention as an alternative to traditional in‐center CR among patients recovering from a cardiac event, surgery, or procedure compared with usual care alone.MethodsThe mTECH‐Rehab (Impact of a Mobile Technology Enabled Corrie CR Program) (..)

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Women and Heart Health: Unique Considerations and Risks

MIBHS

The physical effects of stress, such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, can strain the heart, while the emotional toll can lead to unhealthy behaviors like poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking. Regular Exercise : Physical activity is a powerful tool for maintaining heart health.

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Does Erectile Dysfunction Improve After Bypass Surgery?

MIBHS

One of the most effective treatments for severe coronary artery disease, a type of cardiovascular disease, is coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), a procedure designed to restore blood flow to the heart. But does coronary artery bypass surgery also improve erectile capacity?