-
Article - 3 Minute Read
What Is Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery?
Learn more about the types of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries and what you can expect during the procedures. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Video
Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms Podcast: Motivated by Motherhood
Brandy was thrilled to be pregnant with her third child, and first girl. But late in her third trimester, she was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening heart failure. A transplant saved her life. Find out more about Brandy’s story in the fourth episode of “Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms.” Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Article - 3 Minute Read
An Alternative to Blood Thinners: Learn About the WATCHMAN™
UPMC now offers the WATCHMAN™, an innovative heart procedure that reduces the risk of stroke — and major bleeding, too. The procedure became available in 2019 at multiple UPMC hospitals including UPMC Passavant. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Video
Ryan Shazier’s 50 Phenoms: Transplant, Love, Faith Help Mother of 3 Survive Rare Pregnancy-Related Condition
Brandy was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening form of heart failure in her third trimester. Meet her in this episode of 50 Phenoms. Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
-
Article - 1 Minute Read
Heart of Gold: Ryan Shazier Talks Faith, Family, and Life-Saving Gifts
Brandy Sweeney had everything she hoped for. But one of the most exciting times of her life wasn’t going as planned. Here's her story. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Article - 3 Minute Read
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy: Understanding a Rare, Pregnancy-Related Heart Condition
Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is a life-threatening form of heart failure that affects pregnant women or women who have just given birth. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Article - 4 Minute Read
Treating for Two: How Doctors Approach Heart Problems During Pregnancy
Heart problems pose a challenge for doctors when treating any type of patient. But when more than one life needs to be accounted for? That can ratchet up the potential problems. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Article - 2 Minute Read
Heart Health During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Pregnancy and heart health are closely connected. Learn how choices you make during your pregnancy can affect your risk for heart disease. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
-
Article - 3 Minute Read
Working for You: Meet the Members of Your Heart Failure Care Team
Meet the members of your heart failure care team and find out how they work together to help you manage your condition. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
