Cardiovascular diseases (351 contents)
Diseases of the arteries, arterioles and capillaries (23 contents)
Everything you need to know about statins
Although statins are the most effective known method of fighting bad cholesterol, there are still many Poles who are unaware of what they actually are and their uses.
Coronary artery fistula - causes, diagnosis and treatment
Diseases of the heart always have an impact on the patient's comfort of life, often causing many complications that can be life-threatening. What is coronary artery fistula and how can it be treated?
The persistent ductus arteriosus Botallus (GCFA) - causes, course and treatment
The persistent ductus arteriosus is a remnant from fetal life. It is the vessel that connects the pulmonary artery to the aorta and is one of the most common heart defects.
Sensory disturbance in the hand and arm - is this cause for concern?
Tingling, sensory disturbance in the hand. Such symptoms appear in many patients. Are they a cause for concern? When should you see your doctor?
Aortic stenosis: causes and symptoms of the most common valvular heart defect
Aortic stenosis is the most common valvular heart defect and is - along with hypertension and coronary artery disease - one of the most common heart conditions in general. The entity may be...
What problems lead to simultaneous leg pain and chest pain?
Leg pain and chest pain are two complaints that are unlikely to occur in a patient at the same time. However, there are situations - albeit rare - where the patient experiences both of the...
Chronic venous insufficiency - symptoms and treatment
Chronic venous insufficiency is defined as the presence of symptoms of stasis in the venous system, resulting from backflow of blood in the veins or their obstruction. It most often manifests itself...
Aortic aneurysm - is there anything to fear?
An aortic aneurysm is defined as a widening of the aorta by >50% of its normal width. The aneurysm can involve the thoracic, abdominal or thoracoabdominal segments of the aorta. More than 90% of all...
Intracranial aneurysms - what are they and how do they manifest?
General characteristics of intracranial aneurysms, their incidence and the symptoms they cause.
Venous chroma - what is it?
Leg heaviness and pain - these are some of the symptoms that should make everyone alert. These seemingly trivial signs can be indicative of a much more serious condition, which is venous...
Aneurysms - a dangerous and insidious vascular disease
Our body's circulatory system is associated almost exclusively with the heart. This very important organ acts as a pump that supplies blood to almost every cell in our body. This process, however,...
Coarctation of the aorta in a child - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The aorta is the main artery that exits the left ventricle of the heart and distributes oxygenated blood throughout the body. Coarctation of the aorta is a defect involving narrowing of the aortic...
Kawasaki disease, a dangerous disease for the heart - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Kawasaki disease is an acute vasculitis of undetermined aetiology. It is assumed that the cause may be an immune reaction related to a viral infection. Children aged 6 months to 5 years are most...
The role of Omega acids in atherosclerosis
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...
Cholesterol-lowering diet
A well-functioning heart pumps blood to all, even the furthest reaches of our body, and contains oxygen and nutrients. It works properly when it is healthy. When cholesterol builds up in the...
Atherosclerosis - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
Atherosclerosis is a disease that affects an increasing number of people, not only the elderly, but also younger people (children, adolescents and young adults). It used to be thought that lifestyle...
Hypertension and coronary artery disease - causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment
The human body is a very complex system. One of the most important systems, is the circulatory system, consisting of the heart, arteries, veins and blood vessels that supply blood to every corner of...
