Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is characterized by persistent airflow limitation that is usually progressive and associated with an enhanced chronic inflammatory response in the airways and the lung. It […]
Osteoarthritis is a common joint disease that affects the cartilage, bone, synovium and soft tissues. The etiology is complex and due to a combination of biomechanical, proinflammatory mediators, and enzymatic […]
Hypertension is a very common condition, affecting around 30% of all US adults. Most of the cases (~95%) are from primary hypertension, with secondary hypertension being responsible for 5% of […]
Sick sinus syndrome is a condition in which the sinoatrial node is not able to perform its pacemaker function well enough all the time. Many etiologies can cause the syndrome […]
Fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) is a disorder that affects the arteries making them prone to stenosis, occlusion, aneurysm or dissection. The disease can virtually affect any artery, but the renal and […]