Types of Congenital Heart Defects
In order to fully appreciate how congenital heart defects can impair the muscle's ability to perform its job, it is worth reviewing how the heart norm
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How an Aortic Aneurysm is Treated
Your aorta is the largest blood vessel in your body. It begins from your heart's left ventricle and extends to your abdomen, after which it divides in
Common Questions About the Atrial Maze Procedure
The maze procedure, invented by Dr. James Cox, was first performed in 1987. It was originally performed as open heart surgery, an invasive approach th
Can Maze Surgery Resolve Atrial Fibrillation?
Your heart works tirelessly to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of your body. Your other organs rely upon this oxygen to perform their jobs effectiv
Atrial Maze Procedure: Outlook, Patient Candidacy, And Risks
The maze procedure is a surgical technique that is used to treat atrial fibrillation (Afib). There are several variations. Some are performed by makin
What to Expect Before and After the Atrial Maze Procedure
In 1987, Dr. James Cox developed a surgical method called the maze procedure for treating patients who suffer from atrial fibrillation (Afib). This is
Introduction to Different Types of Maze Surgery
The maze procedure is the primary form of treatment for resolving atrial fibrillation (Afib). If the condition is not severe, doctors may suggest alte
How to Prepare for the Atrial Maze Procedure
Atrial maze (AM) surgery is used to treat a heart rhythm irregularity known as atrial fibrillation (alternatively called AF or AFib). Normally, a grou
Understanding Atrial Fibrillation and Its Effects
Atrial fibrillation (also known as AF and AFib) is a condition in which your heart's atria (the two upper chambers) flutter, or fibrillate. This cause
Using Mitral Valve Surgery to Solve Leaflet Problems
When blood arrives at your heart from the inferior and superior vena cavae, it enters the right atrium. When that chamber contracts, blood is pushed i