by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Tachy-Brady Syndrome, also known as Sick Sinus Syndrome (SSS), is a heart rhythm disorder characterized by alternating periods of abnormally fast (tachycardia) and slow (bradycardia) heartbeats. This condition results from a malfunction of the sinus node, the...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Tricuspid valve regurgitation, also known as tricuspid valve insufficiency, is a heart condition in which the tricuspid valve does not close properly, causing blood to flow backward into the right atrium. This can result in a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild to...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
CAD remains the leading cause of death globally. It represents a spectrum of diseases, including stable angina, unstable angina, myocardial infarction (heart attack), and sudden cardiac death. Definition Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Heart defects present at birth, known as congenital heart defects, are some of the most common birth abnormalities affecting children worldwide. Understanding these defects, their implications, and methods of management is crucial for parents and caregivers. This...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
With advances in medical technology, children with congenital heart defects (CHDs) are living longer and leading fuller lives, translating to a rising number of adults with CHDs. But what exactly are these defects, and how do they impact adults? Definition...
by Johnnie J. ODell Jr. | Aug 22, 2023 | Diseases and Conditions
Diabetic nephropathy, commonly known as diabetic kidney disease, is a serious kidney-related complication of type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It refers to the damage that diabetes can cause to the kidneys, affecting their proper functioning and even leading to kidney...
