Don’t Second-Guess Yourself, Aortic Dissection Survivor Says
A close encounter with death changed David Lossing’s life forever. Now, he and his family want to share a message of awareness.
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What Mothers and Younger Women Should Know About SCAD
One woman had never heard of spontaneous coronary artery dissection until it triggered her cardiac arrest. Now, she wants her peers to be informed.
It’s Now OK to Perform CPR on People with Ventricular Assist Devices
New evidence shows CPR gives VAD patients in cardiac arrest a 50 percent chance of survival. Learn what to do if an emergency arises.
Frankel Cardiovascular Center ranked No. 8 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
Michigan Medicine’s Frankel Cardiovascular Center was ranked No. 8 in the nation in adult cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report, in the 2018-2019 “Best Hospitals” rankings.
Big-data study pinpoints more than 150 genes associated with atrial fibrillation and develops genetic risk score
Drawing on genomic data from more than one million individuals, researchers from the University of Michigan have led a large collaborative effort to discover as-yet unknown genetic risk factors for atrial fibrillation: an irregular, often rapid heart rate affecting millions of Americans and more than 30 million people worldwide.
Teen Athlete’s Extra Rib Leads to ‘Dying’ Hand and Vascular Surgery
On the field and court, Taryn Miller is a force. But a hard-to-diagnose condition known as TOS left the athlete unsure she’d ever play again.
New Carotid Procedure Lowers Stroke Risk and Recovery Time
An innovative carotid procedure known as TCAR reverses blood flow to reduce stroke risk during revascularization. It’s now being performed at Michigan Medicine.
Michigan Medicine notifies patients of health information data breach
Michigan Medicine is notifying approximately 870 patients about the theft of a laptop computer that may have exposed some of their health information.
Women with Congenital Heart Disease: Safe Pregnancy Is Possible
Women with ACHD who are considering having a baby need to be especially vigilant with their health care. An expert explains what to know.
Shining a Spotlight on Fibromuscular Dysplasia
May is Fibromuscular Dysplasia Awareness Month. Find out how this once rare yet serious condition is getting the attention it deserves.
