Every year, at least 3 to 8 out of every 1000 babies are born worldwide with defective heart. In addition, a small proportion of children who are born with normal
On August 11, 2014, the world woke up to the shocking news that the famous comedian and actor Robin Williams of Mrs. Doubtfire fame (the movie that inspired the making
Table of Content Introduction Types of Cardiomyopathy Causes of Cardiomyopathy Symptoms of Cardiomyopathy Diagnosis and the Role of a Heart Specialist Prevention and Treatment of Cardiomyopathy The Importance of Follow-Up
Introduction In 1934, Codman described the frozen shoulder as a condition which is difficult to define, difficult to explain and difficult to treat. Codman’s description remained true until 10 years
Summary Mitral Valve is an important valve in the human heart and like any other part of the body, it can also develop a host of conditions. One such condition
Table of Content Introduction What are Ventricular Assist Devices Why are they required? Types of VADs First Generation Pulsatile Pumps Second generation, continuous-flow axial pumps Third generation, continuous-flow centrifugal pumps
Table of Content Introduction Types Causes Triggers Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Summary Thunderclap headaches are a type of headache marked by sudden, sharp, intense and unbearable pain that can last up
Summary Hypertension in children is on the rise. It is usually caused due to kidney disease, congenital heart problems or other underlying conditions, but can also be caused due to
Summary Hemoptysis is a condition in which the person coughs up blood in small to moderate amounts. It is symptom of an underlying condition. Although coughing small amounts of blood
Table of Content Snake Bites – Everything you need to know in a nutshell What is a Snake Bite? What’s the difference between Venomous and Non-venomous snake bites? Which are
