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Respiratory Failure
Respiratory failure occurs when the lungs cannot remove all of the carbon dioxide the body produces. This causes body fluids, especially the blood, to become too acidic. Causes of respiratory failure include: Diseases of the airways, such as asthma and COPD Diseases of the lung tissue, such as pulmonary fibrosis Diseases that can affect the chest,…
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Catheterization is a key diagnostic tool for cardiac health. Traditionally, a line is threaded through the femoral artery in the groin and up into the heart, requiring patients to lie flat for several hours, and remain flat and immobile for some time after the procedure. Although considered safe, there is some risk of bleeding with…
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There are two types of repair for abdominal aortic aneurysms: open surgery and endovascular repair using a stent graft.
Learn MoreExercise Arterial Doppler
Similar to an arterial doppler, this test is an ultrasound exam of the arteries in a patient’s arms and legs. This test, however, is done while the patient is exercising on a treadmill.
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EchoPixel True 3D is an imaging system that takes existing CT and Echocardiogram capabilities to the next level with 3D virtual reality technology.
Learn MoreAtrial Septal Defect
An atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the septum, which is the muscular wall that separates the heart’s two upper chambers. An ASD is a congenital heart defect that happens when the septum does not form properly. If an ASD is larger than 2cm, patients have a greater risk of problems such as:…
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Narcolepsy is a nervous system problem that causes extreme sleepiness and attacks of daytime sleep. Experts aren’t sure of its cause.
Learn MoreDuodenal Switch
The duodenal switch is an effective bariatric treatment for improving diabetes, hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol, high triglycerides and sleep apnea. It also results in greater weight loss than any other bariatric procedure.
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