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Coronary artery disease

January 21, 2021

At the HCA Midwest Health Heart and Vascular Institute we offer comprehensive, patient-centered care for coronary artery disease.

Panic Attack or Heart Attack?

January 21, 2021

With 11 emergency rooms (ER) throughout the KC area, our experts can uncover the truth in record time. Learn the signs of a heart attack and ...

Heart Attack or Stroke?

December 30, 2020

A heart attack occurs when blood supply to the heart is blocked.

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The Flu and Your Heart

October 19, 2020

A case of the flu can leave you weak, tired and achy. Did you know it can also impact your heart? Studies show the flu can increase the chances...

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Heart disease risk factors women need to know

March 25, 2019

Heart disease is the number one killer of both women and men, but there are certain risk factors that are unique to women.

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Benefits of yoga on atrial fibrillation

December 20, 2018

Yoga has proven to have many benefits on heart health, particularly for those suffering from atrial fibrillation. Practicing yoga on a regular...

tags: heart care , t4b

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Afib and Your Risk of Stroke - KCHRI - HCA Midwest...

December 20, 2018 by Dr. Dhanunjaya Lakkireddy

Atrial fibrillation causes the majority of strokes. Learn about the connection between stroke and afib, and how new, leading-edge treatments ...

tags: heart care , t4b

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15 Causes of Chest Pain

December 1, 2018

With chest pain, our first thought is often heart attack, and we know to call 911 or get to an ER right away. While chest pain should never be...

tags: emergency care , heart care , t4b

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Varicose Veins May Indicate Underlying Health ...

May 21, 2018

Varicose veins are not just a cosmetic issue. They could be a red flag for underlying health concerns. But everyone from dermatologists to “med...

tags: heart care , t4b

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Heart Palpitations

May 3, 2018

Feeling like your heart is beating out of your chest can be frightening to say the least. Learn about the common causes of heart palpitations...

tags: heart care , t4b

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Is it heart attack or cardiac arrest?

April 18, 2018

Many people use the terms "heart attack" and "sudden cardiac arrest" interchangeably. Learn the important differences between them and the two...

tags: cardiology , t4b

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Peripheral Vascular Disease

December 7, 2017

Peripheral vascular disease can cause severe leg pain and increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn the signs and how specialized treatment...

tags: heart care , t4b

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Heart Failure Management

December 6, 2017

What can a hospital do for someone who is diagnosed with heart failure?

tags: heart care , t4b

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Duplicate Heart Tests

November 21, 2017

If you just had an EKG and a heart echo, why would your doctor want to retest you?

tags: heart care , t4b

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Heart Attack Signs

November 17, 2017

Anyone can mistake heart problems for acid reflux, gas or a pulled muscle. Many people don't realize before it's too late.

tags: heart care , t4b

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What is CTO PCI?

November 16, 2017

My dad has had bypass surgery and multiple PCIs and now one of his arteries is completely blocked. He has chest pain that limits his ability ...

tags: heart care , t4b

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Heart Attack vs. Stroke

November 15, 2017

What is the difference between a heart attack and a stroke? Heart attack and stroke have very different symptoms. But they share a lot of risk...

tags: heart care , stoke care , t4b

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TAVR

November 13, 2017

My dad needs aortic valve replacement but his doctor says open-heart surgery is risky because of his COPD. Isn’t there anything else out these...

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