Cardiovascular Autonomic Neuropathy or CAN is a silent killer claiming the lives of 25% to 50% of patients within 5 to 10 years after symptoms appear, as reported by the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine. CAN, a serious complication of diabetes, i
Although death rates from heart disease and stroke are falling in the United States, data provided by the American Heart Association shows that heart and coronary artery disease remains the leading cause of death. What progress has really been made? EHM asked Dr. Timothy Sanborn, Head of the Division of Cardiology at Evanston Northwestern Healthcare.
Genetic factors play an important, increasingly recognized role in the development and progression of cardiovascular disease. At Mayo Clinic, Dr. Timothy M. Olson aims to gain new insights into molecular mechanisms for congestiv
Atrial fibrillation is found in about 2.2 million Americans, and the likelihood of developing the heart rhythm disorder increases with age. With people living longer than ever before, Dr. Stephen Hammill is focused on improving the diagnosis and treatment of quivering hearts.
Minimally invasive approaches, believes Dr. Daniel Clair, Chairman of the Cleveland Clinic Department of Vascular Surgery, will be the future for him and his team. Joining forces with cardiac specialists is paving the way.