In a Swedish setting, the diagnosis of aortic stenosis is based on echocardiographic findings, with the examination typically referred either due to the auscultation of a heart murmur or as part of an ...

The normal aortic ageing process is accompanied by gradual luminal dilatation and reduction of vessel compliance. However, the influence of age on longitudinal aortic dimensions and geometry has not ...

Recovery from open heart surgery, both in the hospital and beyond, is a long, involved process. The duration depends on the specific medical issue being treated, with a minimum of six weeks to be ...

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Once you have made the decision to have heart valve replacement surgery, you, along with your surgeon, will need to decide what type of replacement valve is best for you. There are several types of ...

From 2025, students will be able to study a brand-new GCSE in natural history. Mark Castle, chief executive of environmental education charity, the Field Studies Council, explains why it marks a clear ...

You might find it harder to buy an essential, everyday product found in most homes from February 1. Here’s why.