Heart & Vascular
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The New Syndrome That Affects the Heart, Kidneys & Lungs
You might think of heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes and obesity as separate health problems. Together, they make up cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome.
How Blood Sugar Spikes Affect People Without Diabetes
Most people who don’t have diabetes tend not to think much about their blood sugar levels. However, blood sugar spikes and crashes can affect everyone.
Woman Diagnosed with Rare Condition After Decades of Abdominal Pain
Years after first experiencing unexplained abdominal pain, 30-year-old Danielle finds relief from a rare condition called media arcuate ligament syndrome (MALS).
Joe’s Story: Expert Care at UH Helps Man Reclaim His Health
The encouragement, support and expert care received at UH Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute helped Joe Gielink reclaim his health.
How Robotic Heart Surgery Can Speed Recovery
Compared with open-heart surgeries of the past, robotic procedures offer fewer complications and faster recovery times for many patients.
Heart Failure Is Increasing in Younger Adults
Once seen mostly in older adults with a history of heart disease, it’s becoming increasingly common in younger people.
Thrombectomy: A Life-Saving Treatment for Stroke
If performed within 24 hours of a stroke, thrombectomy can help limit brain damage and improve the chances of recovery.
How Sudden Temperature Changes Affect Your Heart
Sudden temperature swings can be dangerous for some people, including older adults and people with heart disease.