Contraindications to thrombolytics
Thrombolytics can be used to treat different diseases, such as ischemic strokes (<3-4.5 hours), myocardial infarctions with ST elevation (<12 hours), DVTs (risk of limb loss) and pulmonary embolism (unstable […]
Cardiology
Pulmonary Embolism – Diagnosis and Treatment
Pulmonary Embolism (PE) and Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT) are two clinical presentations of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Deep venous thrombosis is the most common condition that may lead to pulmonary embolism […]
Sick sinus syndrome
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 – A cause of arterial disease
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 […]
Atrial Fibrillation – Diagnosis and Treatment
Atrial fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia in clinical practice, affecting around 33 million people worldwide. The incidence and prevalence of atrial fibrillation increases with age. Its pathogenesis is usually […]