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Thoracentesis

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Thoracentesis is a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the pleural space between the lungs and the chest wall.

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Sarcoidosis - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

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Many people who have sarcoidosis have no signs or symptoms. Some people experience general signs and symptoms of sarcoidosis such as fatigue, fever, and weight loss. If inflammation continues, some people may develop permanent scarring, which can lead to life-threatening serious heart or lung complications.

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Defibrillators - How They Work

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There are three types of defibrillators: automated external defibrillators (AEDs), implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs), and wearable cardioverter defibrillators (WCDs). Each type works by checking for arrhythmias, or irregular heart rhythms. Once detected, each defibrillator will send a shock to restore a normal rhythm. Learn more about how the three types of defibrillators work.

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Total Artificial Heart - During Surgery

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The surgery to connect the TAH is complex and can last from five to nine hours. Learn about the team that performs the surgery and the steps involved in connecting a TAH to your body.

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Angina - Causas

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La angina ocurre cuando el músculo cardíaco no recibe suficiente sangre rica en oxígeno. Las afecciones médicas, en particular la cardiopatía isquémica, o ciertos hábitos pueden provocar angina. Para comprender las causas de la angina, es importante saber cómo funciona el corazón.

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Angina - Factores de riesgo

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El riesgo de angina puede aumentar por la edad, el entorno o el trabajo, el historial familiar y genético, el estilo de vida, otras afecciones, la raza o el sexo.

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Angina - Signos, síntomas y complicaciones

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Los signos y síntomas varían según el tipo de angina y el sexo (hombre o mujer). Los síntomas de la angina pueden diferir en la gravedad, la ubicación en el cuerpo, la duración y en qué tanto alivio siente al descansar o tomar medicamentos. Ya que los síntomas de la angina y de un ataque al corazón pueden ser los mismos, llame al 9-1-1 si siente molestias en el pecho que no desaparezcan con reposo o medicamentos.

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Angina – Vivir con

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La angina no es un ataque al corazón, pero indica que tiene un mayor riesgo de sufrir uno. El riesgo es mayor si la angina es inestable. Por esta razón, es importante que reciba un seguimiento y que controle su afección y la comprenda, para saber cuándo solicitar asistencia médica. Si la cardiopatía isquémica se controla con cuidado, la angina puede permanecer estable o incluso mejorar con el tiempo.

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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome - Signs, Symptoms, and Complications

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Difficulty breathing is usually the first symptom of ARDS. Other signs and symptoms of ARDS may vary depending on the underlying cause and how severely you are affected. ARDS may take several days to develop, or it can rapidly get worse. Complications may include blood clots, infections, additional lung problems, or organ failure.

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Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome - Risk Factors

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You may have an increased risk of ARDS because of infection, environmental exposures, lifestyle habits, genetics, other medical conditions or procedures, race, or sex. Risk factors can vary depending on your age, overall health, where you live, and the healthcare setting in which you receive care.

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