Mesothelioma-treatment Procedure

There is no right or wrong treatment for mesothelioma since each case is considered individually. Treatment chosen for the patient will depend on various diagnostic tools such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, biopsies etc. Cancer treatment basically focuses upon eliminating the malignant cells and preserving the healthy ones. Presently three major options are available for [...]

NEJM Procedure: Primary PCI for Myocardial Infarction with ST-Segmented Elevation

Reperfusion therapy (mechanical or pharmacologic) is indicated for patients with chest pain consistent with a myocardial infarction with a duration of 12 hours or less in association with ST-segment elevation greater than 0.1 mV in two or more contiguous electrocardiographic leads or a new (or presumed new) left bundle-branch block. Primary PCI is preferred [...]

Cardiac Catheterization: How should I prepare for the procedure?

Acoronary catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure to access the coronary circulation and blood filled chambers of the heart using a catheter. It is performed for both diagnostic and interventional (treatment) purposes. Related Links: Stephen O’Connor, MD www.alegent.com Alegent Health Heart & Vascular Specialists www.alegent.com Cardiology Blog www.alegent.com Alegent Health Podcast #27 Heart Palpitations [...]

Cardiac Catheterization: How is the procedure performed?

Acoronary catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure to access the coronary circulation and blood filled chambers of the heart using a catheter. It is performed for both diagnostic and interventional (treatment) purposes. Related Links: Stephen O’Connor, MD www.alegent.com Alegent Health Heart & Vascular Specialists www.alegent.com Cardiology Blog www.alegent.com Alegent Health Podcast #27 Heart Palpitations [...]

Atrial Fibrillation Ablation: How to prepare for the procedure

Atrial fibrillation is the most common cardiac arrhythmia and involves the two upper chambers (atria) of the heart. Its name comes from the fibrillating (ie, quivering) of the heart muscles of the atria, instead of a coordinated contraction. It can often be identified by taking a pulse and observing that the heartbeats don’t occur [...]

Heart Catheterization: How is the procedure performed?

Acoronary catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure to access the coronary circulation and blood filled chambers of the heart using a catheter. It is performed for both diagnostic and interventional (treatment) purposes. Related Links: Dennis Tierney, MD www.alegent.com Alegent Health Heart & Vascular Specialists www.alegent.com Cardiology Blog www.alegent.com Alegent Health Podcast #27 Heart Palpitations [...]

What is an ICD and how is the procedure performed? – Alegent Health Clinic

Joseph B. Thibodeau, MD, is an Alegent Health Clinic physician specializing in Cardiology. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-ALEGENT or visit www.alegent.com. Related Links Dr. Joseph B. Thibodeau www.alegent.com Alegent Health Heart & Vascular Specialists www.alegent.com Cardiology Blog www.alegent.com Alegent Health Podcast #27 Heart Palpitations www.alegent.com Alegent Health Clinic www.alegent.com

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