What is AID-MRI 1 1/3 Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a non-invasive imaging test that uses a strong magnetic field to generate high quality images of the body's organs without need for radiation. It has become widely used for the diagnosis of heart muscle problems called "car...
MRI of the heart. Echocardiogram. How is dextrocardia problematic? Dextrocardia that affects your heart function can cause a variety of symptoms. These include breathing difficulties, blue lips and skin, and fatigue. Children with dextrocardia may not grow or develop correctly, and thus may need he...
Like the physics behind it, MRI in general is complex. Combine this with the challenge of understanding cardiac physiology in health and disease, and the task of performing comprehensive CMR may be daunting, for both radiologists and cardiologists. Because the methodology of MRI and the relevant ...
Cardiac arrest is a serious medical emergency that requires immediate medical care. Use this WebMD slideshow to know whether you are at risk for cardiac arrest and what you can do if it happens to a loved one.
What is cardiac rehabilitation (rehab)?Rehab is a program run by specialists who will help you safely strengthen your heart and reduce the risk for more heart disease. The plan includes exercise, relaxation, stress management, and heart-healthy nutrition. Healthcare providers will also check to ...
Heart MRI or CT scan.A cardiac MRI uses radio waves and magnets to create images of your heart's structures. A cardiac CT scan produces three-dimensional images of your heart's structures. The imaging machine moves around you, creating multiple X-rays. ...
Even professional golf players can experience a cardiac arrest and need an implantable defibrillator.Hear from Bernard Gallacher and his physician. HOW DOES AN ICD WORK? An implantable cardioverter defibrillator is designed to monitor your heart rhythm 24 hours a day. If your heart is beating too ...
Cardiac CT:A cardiac CT scan also takes pictures of the chest area. However, the focus is not on the lungs, but on a person’s heart. A doctor might order a cardiac CT to detect problems with the aorta, heart valves and other arteries. In some cases, a doctor might order a cardiac...
The MRI machine uses a powerful magnet. Metal can cause serious injury from the magnet. Tell the healthcare provider if you have any metal in or on your body. Cardiac catheterization is a procedure used to look for or treat a heart condition. A catheter is inserted in your arm, neck, ...
MRI-conditional deviceOpinion statementThe use of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as a diagnostic technique is rapidly expanding. The number of patients who undergo implantation of permanent pacemaker, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), and/or cardiac resynchronization therapy devices is ...