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Jimmy’s Story: Robotic Cardiac Double Bypass Surgery
On Oct. 19, 2021, Jimmy Robinson Jr. became the first patient to receive robotic cardiac double bypass surgery at UPMC Passavant–McCandless.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Connections Between COVID-19 and Heart Health
Keeping your heart healthy is very important — heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Learn more from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Risk Factors And Treatment Of Atrial Fibrillation
During atrial fibrillation (AFib), the heart's electrical system sends out chaotic electrical impulses. This causes the top chambers of the heart (atria) to beat rapidly. These signals are sent to the bottom chambers (ventricles), causing an irregular and often fast heartbeat.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Treating Mitral Valve Disease
Think of your heart as your body's engine — multiple parts work together to regulate blood flow. Learn about mitral valve disease.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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The Ozaki Procedure: An Innovative Treatment for Aortic Valve Replacement
Aortic valve neocuspidization is an innovative procedure for aortic valve replacements. Learn more about the treatment.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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The Heart Transplant Process at UPMC
A variety of heart conditions can lead to a transplant. Learn more from the experts at the UPMC Advanced Heart Failure Center.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Warning Signs and Treatment for Arrhythmia
If your heart literally skips a beat, it's anything but romantic. It may be a sign of an arrhythmia—a problem with your heart rate and rhythm.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Barbara Jo’s Magee-Womens Heart Program Story
After having shortness of breath, Barbara Jo scheduled a cardiovascular risk assessment with the Magee-Womens Heart Program.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness, UPMC Stories, Women's Health
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Why You Shouldn’t Delay Cardiovascular Care Due to COVID-19
You should continue to seek care for new and existing cardiovascular conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health