An echocardiogram is a test that uses ultrasound waves to create a moving picture of the heart. Learn more about this procedure.
A cardiac CT scan is a diagnostic modality that takes images of blood vessels to diagnose cardiovascular conditions. Learn more about this procedure.
Diagnostic radiology can detect carotid artery disease, the narrowing or blockage of the blood vessels transporting blood to the brain, face and neck.
Coronary artery disease is a buildup of cholesterol or plaque that causes arteries to stiffen, narrow, and restrict blood flow. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Structural heart disease a term commonly used to describe defects or disorders in the heart’s structure—its valves, for instance.
The number one cause of death in America is heart attack, and the top symptom of a heart attack is chest pain, so people should take such pains seriously.
Women face unique risks, warning signs and symptoms of heart disease. Here's what women—and men who care about them—need to know about this condition.
A heart murmur is an extra, unexpected sound made by the blood as it flows through the heart.
When blood clots form within blood vessels they can obstruct blood flow, which can cause blockages affecting the heart, lungs and other organs.
When we’re healthy, blood flows freely through our bodies. When blood flow is restricted, we have high blood pressure (also called hypertension).