Defibrillation is a procedure that can often save lives in sudden cardiac arrest. The aim is to stop ventricular fibrillation, which is the most common mechanism of cardiac arrest, and restore a...
High cholesterol levels can contribute to cardiovascular disease. Cholesterol intake should be limited to less than 300 mg per day.
Hypotension, or hypotonia, is not a problem we should underestimate, whether we suffer from primary or secondary hypotension.
Exercising at the gym is very popular. You can use many pieces of equipment, exercise equipment. Which ones are best for our heart?
Anaemia, or low haemoglobin levels in the blood, is often linked to heart disease because the heart has to do more work to pump more blood and oxygen through the body.
A sedentary lifestyle is one of the main risk factors in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disease (along with high blood pressure, abnormal lipid values, smoking, obesity).
Ischaemic heart disease (so-called coronary artery disease) is a common problem among patients and a frequent cause of death. It is treated with drugs and surgical interventions. Percutaneous...
Increased levels of cholesterol in the blood can contribute to arteriosclerosis, increases the risk of heart disease, stroke and peripheral artery disease, among other things; therefore, it is...
Antioxidants, antioxidants, flavonoids have beneficial effects on the cardiovascular system, reducing blood pressure, preventing atherosclerosis, cancer. Many of these are found in green tea leaves.
Butter is second to margarine in the eyes of consumers because of its much higher price. In addition, margarine is easier to use as soon as it is taken out of the fridge; it simply spreads better....
A well-taken history, physical examination and a number of specialised examinations are used to diagnose cardiovascular diseases, especially heart defects, which are the biggest problem in...
A very large number of drugs can interact dangerously with alcohol Combining alcohol with drugs can result in serious complications up to and including death.
Sunny days encourage people to relax outdoors, but hot weather is not good for health. Older people and those struggling with cardiovascular conditions are particularly vulnerable during this...
The accumulation of swellings in various areas of the body usually significantly reduces the patient's comfort in life. Weight gain, the need to buy new clothes or shoes and difficulty in moving...
Measurement of blood pressure is one of the basic tests that can be performed at home and provide valuable information for the doctor. Blood pressure shows diurnal variability, with the lowest...
Ablation is one of the most modern methods of treating various types of heart rhythm disorders. It offers patients a chance to return to normal activity and function and, importantly, the procedure...
Varicose veins are dilated elongations and twisting of the superficial veins, mainly on the lower limbs. They occur more frequently in women than in men. The risk factor is mainly a genetic...
TheECG (electrocardiogram), is designed to assess the electrical function of the heart (myocardium). It is an examination that does not cause any damage to your health, is painless and very simple to...
Atherosclerosis is a chronic disease in which the lumen of an artery narrows, preventing the free flow of blood carrying oxygen and nutrients to all parts of our body. Lifestyle and a diet rich in...