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Cardiology

Left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO): Modern cardiac care for atrial fibrillation

Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) has launched a new service utilising state-of-the-art cardiac care to reduce the risk of stroke in patients who have atrial fibrillation. Here to provide his expert insight into this new procedure, called left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO), is Dr Ashan Gunarathne, renowned consultant interventional cardiologist at NUH and associate professor.

All about angina

Angina, commonly referred to as angina pectoris, is a type of chest pain or discomfort resulting from the heart muscle not receiving sufficient oxygen-rich blood. It is a critical symptom of underlying heart disease, most frequently coronary artery disease (CAD), which is the leading cause of death worldwide. Grasping the nuances of angina is essential for managing and averting more severe cardiovascular conditions, such as heart attacks. In his latest online article, Dr Ricardo Petraco gives us his insights.

Written by Top Doctors

Written by Top Doctors
Cardiology

Heart failure: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

Heart failure is a chronic medical condition where the heart is unable to pump blood efficiently to meet the body's needs. Despite its name, heart failure does not mean the heart has stopped working entirely; rather, it indicates that the heart's pumping power is weaker than normal or unable to cope with the body's demands. It is a serious condition that requires lifelong management, but with proper treatment and lifestyle changes, many people with heart failure can live active lives.

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