Cardiology
Evidence-based articles on Cardiology — conditions, diagnostic approaches, treatments and what to expect from China's specialist hospitals.
Leadless Pacemaker Gives an 84-Year-Old Patient New Hope After 8 Years of Palpitations
A partner hospital in Xi'an reported a successful leadless pacemaker implantation for an elderly patient with atrial fibrillation, bradycardia, and long RR intervals.
Atrial Fibrillation: Causes, Risks and Treatment
Atrial fibrillation is the most common serious heart rhythm disorder, causing an irregular and often rapid heartbeat. It significantly raises the risk of stroke. This guide covers causes, how AF is diagnosed by ECG, and treatment options including rate control, anticoagulation and catheter ablation.
Coronary Artery Disease: Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment
Coronary artery disease is the world's leading cause of death, caused by cholesterol plaques narrowing the arteries that supply the heart. This guide covers atherosclerosis, risk factors, angina, heart attack, and the treatments available — from medication to bypass surgery.
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure): The Silent Killer
High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults worldwide yet causes no symptoms for years. This guide covers how blood pressure is classified, what drives it up, and how treatment prevents stroke, heart attack and kidney failure.
Heart Failure: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
A comprehensive guide to heart failure — why the heart loses its pumping capacity, how congestive heart failure develops, the symptoms to watch for, and the treatment options available at leading cardiac centres.
Partner Hospital in Xi'an Reports Sixth-Generation Coronary Stent Case
A partner hospital in Xi'an reported using a sixth-generation coronary stent platform for a complex coronary artery blockage case.
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