Featured Tests and Procedures
Angioplasty, a procedure used to open blocked arteries in the heart, is safe and effective in most cases. This eMedTV article discusses angioplasty and provides information on potential complications and expected results of the procedure.
During an atherectomy, a special pulverizing device is used to clean the arteries in your heart. This eMedTV Web page discusses this procedure in detail, including why it is performed, recovery expectations, and possible complications.
This eMedTV page provides an in-depth look at beating heart bypass surgery, including how it differs from other heart surgeries, expected benefits, and possible risks. As the name suggests, this operation is performed while the heart is beating.
A cardiac catheterization is a tool used to help your doctor study the condition of your heart. As this eMedTV segment explains, the procedure is performed to study the heart muscle and valves, and to check for narrowed or blocked arteries
As this eMedTV article explains, a CRP (C-reactive protein) test is a simple blood test that is used to show the presence of inflammation in the body. This segment talks about the possible use of a CRP test for heart disease.
As this eMedTV article explains, open heart surgery is a procedure in which a blood vessel is taken from another part of your body and used to go around a blocked vessel in your heart. This page provides an overview of open heart surgery.
Featured Conditions and Diseases
Angina occurs when the heart is not getting enough oxygen-rich blood for a short period of time. This section of the eMedTV archives provides an in-depth look at the three types of angina, their symptoms, causes, and treatment options.
Atherosclerosis, as this eMedTV article explains, is a condition in which plaque buildup causes hardening and narrowing of major arteries. If left untreated, atherosclerosis can lead to serious medical problems, such as a heart attack or stroke.
Over 70 million Americans have cardiovascular disease, which is actually 60 disorders, not a single disease. This eMedTV article provides a detailed discussion on cardiovascular disease, including risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Coronary artery disease is the most common type of heart disease. This section of the eMedTV library provides an overview of coronary artery disease, including information about risk factors, symptoms, treatment options, and prevention strategies.
A heart attack occurs when the supply of blood and oxygen to part of the heart is blocked. This eMedTV article explores the causes, symptoms, and treatment of heart attacks and provides links to additional resources.
This eMedTV article takes an in-depth look at the most common type of heart disease, including information about risk factors, symptoms, and treatment and prevention options. It also offers a list of statistics on heart disease in the United States.
Myocardial ischemia, or angina, is a painful heart condition caused by lack of blood flow to the heart. This eMedTV Web page offers an in-depth look at the condition, including information on the causes, treatment, and prevention of the disease.
Prinzmetal is a rare form of angina -- a heart condition that is commonly characterized by chest pain. This eMedTV article looks at the causes and symptoms of Prinzmetal's angina (also called variant angina), as well as treatment options.
Stable angina is brought on by physical exertion when narrowed coronary arteries have to work harder to get enough oxygen. This eMedTV article further explores stable angina and its causes, symptoms, and prevention methods.
Unstable angina generally occurs in older adults and can be a sign that a heart attack is about to happen. This eMedTV resource describes unstable angina in detail, including information on how it is associated with heart attacks.
Variant angina occurs when there is a spasm in a coronary artery, which causes the blood flow to the heart to slow or stop. This eMedTV page takes a look at variant angina and offers information on when symptoms occur and how to make a diagnosis.
Featured Medications
Amlodipine is used for treating certain conditions of the heart and blood vessels. This eMedTV article offers an in-depth look at this drug, including information on possible side effects, how the drug works, and how and when it should be taken.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Cardene to treat high blood pressure and chest pain. This eMedTV article discusses how Cardene works to open up the blood vessels, and offers information on potential side effects and tips on taking the medication.
Cardizem is a drug that is commonly prescribed to treat certain types of chest pain. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of Cardizem, provides dosing information for the medicine, and explains what you should know before starting treatment.
Cartia XT is a calcium channel blocker that is used for treating angina and high blood pressure. This eMedTV segment explains in detail how the drug works, lists the strengths available, and describes potential side effects that may occur.
Centrum Cardio is a type of multivitamin that contains plant sterols, which may help lower cholesterol. This eMedTV Web article explains how Centrum Cardio works, discusses its effectiveness, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Clopidogrel, marketed under the name Plavix, is a drug used to help keep harmful blood clots from forming. This eMedTV Web page explains how clopidogrel works and looks at dosage guidelines for the medicine as well as side effects it may cause.
CoQ10 supplements may be beneficial for treating a variety of health conditions. This eMedTV Web page provides a complete overview of CoQ10, including information on how it works, possible side effects, and some general precautions to be aware of.
A healthcare provider may prescribe Covera-HS to treat high blood pressure or chest pain. This part of the eMedTV archives explains how Covera-HS works to relax the blood vessels, lists potential side effects, and describes some general precautions.
DHA supplements may be useful for people with heart disease, high cholesterol, and other conditions. This eMedTV page explains the importance of having DHA as part of your diet, describes how it works, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
Diltiazem is a drug that is approved to treat high blood pressure and certain types of chest pain. This eMedTV article explains how diltiazem works, describes some potential side effects, and discusses how and when to take the medication.
Felodipine is a medicine that is prescribed for treating high blood pressure. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains how felodipine works, lists potential side effects of the drug, and offers information on when and how to take the medication.
Fish oil supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids, which can reduce blood pressure and prevent blood clots. This eMedTV article offers an overview of fish oil, including information on its numerous benefits, possible side effects, and precautions.
Flaxseed oil is commonly used as a supplement to promote heart health. This page from the eMedTV archives describes how flaxseed oil works, explores the effectiveness of these products, and explains what you should know before trying the supplement.
Garlic is claimed to have several medicinal benefits, such as lowering blood pressure. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of garlic, including how it may treat several health conditions, possible side effects, and safety concerns.
Hormone replacement therapy may be used to treat menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes and thin bones. This eMedTV article discusses the benefits, risks, and side effects associated with taking hormone replacement therapy.
Metoprolol is a drug that is used to treat angina, high blood pressure, and congestive heart failure. This eMedTV page covers other uses of the drug and includes more details on metoprolol's effects, potential side effects, and dosing information.
A healthcare provider may prescribe nicardipine SR to treat high blood pressure. This page from the eMedTV archives explains how nicardipine SR works, lists potential side effects, and offers information on when and how to take the medicine.
Nifedical XL is a prescription medicine used for treating chest pain and high blood pressure. This eMedTV article offers a detailed overview of Nifedical XL, including information on how the drug works, possible side effects, and dosing guidelines.
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutritional components necessary for normal growth and development. This eMedTV segment describes other benefits of omega-3, explains how it works, and lists possible side effects of omega-3 supplements.
Plant sterols are natural compounds that are used for lowering cholesterol. This eMedTV article describes various plant sterol products, discusses their benefits in more detail, and explains what you should know before consuming plant sterols.
Prinivil is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This eMedTV page discusses others uses for the drug, explains how it works, and also includes a list of potential side effects and dosing information.
Procardia is a prescription drug that is licensed to treat certain types of angina. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at Procardia, providing information on how it works, its potential side effects, and tips on taking the medicine.
This eMedTV segment highlights propranolol, a prescription drug that treats several conditions related to the heart and blood vessels (for example, high blood pressure). This page explains possible side effects, dosing, and how the drug works.
Ramipril is a prescription drug used primarily to treat high blood pressure and congestive heart failure. This eMedTV Web page covers the effects of ramipril, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Tenormin is a prescription drug used to treat high blood pressure and angina, among other conditions. This eMedTV segment discusses how Tenormin works and how and when to take it, as well as the drug's side effects and available strengths.
Tiazac is a medication that can treat high blood pressure and chest pain by relaxing the blood vessels. This eMedTV Web page explains how Tiazac works, describes possible side effects, and outlines some general precautions with the medication.
A doctor may prescribe trandolapril to treat a number of conditions (such as high blood pressure). This eMedTV article discusses how the drug works, how and when to take it, and possible trandolapril side effects and drug interactions.
Verapamil is a drug that is used for treating high blood pressure, chest pain, and irregular heart rhythms. This eMedTV segment offers information on verapamil and its uses, effects, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects.
Vitamin C appears to be useful for many conditions, including preventing and treating the common cold. This eMedTV article describes the effects that vitamin C may have on the body and briefly discusses the vitamin's safety and effectiveness.
Featured Anatomy
The three main components of the cardiovascular system are the heart, blood vessels, and blood. This eMedTV resource offers an in-depth look at these components, explaining their purposes and how they work -- both individually and together.
Featured Other
Cardiac rehab involves exercise, education, and counseling to help heart disease patients recover faster. This eMedTV article explains the benefits associated with these programs and provides information about finding one near you.
Good examples of heart healthy foods include walnuts, salmon, and olive oil. As this eMedTV page explains, foods that are high in soluble fiber are also good for your heart. This part of the archives offers an in-depth look at heart healthy foods.
