The decision between stents and bypass surgery is one of the most consequential in cardiology. Professor Patrick Serruys, who led the trial that created the evidence base for this decision, explains how it is made and what every patient should ask.
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Originally developed to lower blood sugar, SGLT2 inhibitors have turned out to be among the most important heart failure medications in a generation.
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Most cardiac exercise advice focuses on walking and cardio, but resistance training deserves equal attention. Here is why building muscle matters for your heart.
A simple, non-invasive CT scan that detects calcified plaque in the arteries years before symptoms appear. If you or someone you know has been referred for a calcium score, this guide explains exactly what it measures, what your result means, and what to do next.
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