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Is long-term beta-blocker therapy needed after a heart attack?

Science Daily - Heart Disease

The appropriate duration of beta-blocker treatment after a heart attack (a myocardial infarction [MI]) is unknown in patients who do not need to take beta-blockers for another reason.

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Clinical trial finds cell therapy improves quality of life in advanced heart failure

Medical Xpress - Cardiology

Stem cell-based therapy improved quality of life for patients with advanced heart failure, Mayo Clinic researchers and international collaborators discovered in a late-stage multinational clinical trial.

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AI Measures Fat Around the Heart, a Key to Predicting Heart Attacks

DAIC

Symptomatic PAOD causes poor physical health, loss of mobility and independence, decreased quality of life, premature functional decline and early mortality.2 2 An estimated 10% of patients with PAOD have its most severe form: chronic limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI).

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Boston Scientific Receives FDA Approval for the AGENT Drug-Coated Balloon

DAIC

While the stenting of coronary lesions continues to show a substantial improvement in quality of life for patients with coronary artery disease, ISR still encompasses 10 percent of percutaneous coronary interventions in the U.S. vs. 3.9%, P=0.001), a 49% risk reduction in heart attack at the target vessel (6.4%

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The Vital Role of Cardiac Rehabilitation After a Heart Event

MIBHS

If you’ve recently experienced a heart attack, heart surgery, or been diagnosed with heart disease, your doctor has likely recommended cardiac rehabilitation. This structured approach helps strengthen your heart muscle, improves circulation, and reduces the likelihood of future heart attacks or complications.

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Strengthening Your Heart With Cardiac Rehabilitation

AMS Cardiology

This comprehensive program overseen by a cardiac rehabilitation specialist offers numerous benefits that can significantly improve quality of life and reduce the risk of future cardiac events. Cardiac rehab is a program designed to help patients recover from heart attacks, heart surgery, or other cardiac conditions.

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Is Anemia Common After Heart Bypass Surgery?

MIBHS

This condition occurs when the blood vessels that supply blood to the heart become blocked or narrowed by plaque buildup. As a result, the heart doesnt receive enough oxygen-rich blood, which can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, or even a heart attack. What is Anemia?