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Understanding Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery
Surgeons repair aneurysms through either open surgery or a less invasive procedure called endovascular repair. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Is Diabetic Vascular Disease?
If you have diabetes, your vascular health is important because diabetes and vascular disease (including heart disease) are connected. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Does Dehydration Raise Blood Pressure?
You may wonder if dehydration affects your heart health. For example, does dehydration raise blood pressure or lower it? Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Causes Varicose Veins?
Varicose veins on your legs are unsightly, and can also cause discomfort and other health problems. Here's what you need to know about this common problem. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 2 Minute Read
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR): Ron Foster’s Story
To date, UPMC has performed more than 2,000 TAVR procedures in central Pennsylvania. Learn about Ron's TAVR story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 3 Minute Read
A Hole in His Heart: Shawn’s Story
When Shawn learned he had a heart defect, he was referred to UPMC Passavant's Dr. Makani, who used an advanced procedure to close the hole in his heart. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Is Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Repair?
Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair using the MitraClip™ may be an option for patients with mitral valve regurgitation who can't undergo open heart surgery. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Heart Disease in the LGBTQIA+ Community
The LGBTQ population has a higher risk of heart disease than the general population, but there are ways to reduce that risk. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, LGBTQIA+ Health, Living and Wellness
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Article - 4 Minute Read
Women’s Heart Health: How to Talk to Your Doctor About Hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can be serious if left untreated. Learn risk factors for women and how they should discuss hypertension with their doctor. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health