by Ibrahim | Jan 29, 2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases, Congenital Heart Disease
Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) refers to a group of structural heart defects present at birth. These defects can affect the heart’s walls, valves, or blood vessels, disrupting normal blood flow. CHD is the most common type of birth defect, affecting nearly 1% of...
by Ibrahim | Jan 28, 2025 | Aortic Aneurysms and Dissections, Cardiovascular Diseases
Aortic aneurysms and dissections are life-threatening conditions that affect the aorta, the body’s largest artery. An aneurysm is a bulge or weakening in the aortic wall, while a dissection occurs when the layers of the aortic wall tear, causing blood to flow between...
by Ibrahim | Jan 28, 2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases, Peripheral Artery Disease
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, most commonly the legs. This condition is often a sign of widespread atherosclerosis, which can also affect the heart and brain. PAD can lead to...
by Ibrahim | Jan 27, 2025 | Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiovascular Diseases
Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is the most common type of cardiac arrhythmia, affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly and out of sync with the lower chambers (ventricles). This can lead to symptoms like...
by Ibrahim | Jan 26, 2025 | Cardiovascular Diseases, Valvular Heart Disease
Valvular heart disease (VHD) refers to any condition that affects one or more of the heart’s four valves: the aortic, mitral, tricuspid, and pulmonary valves. These valves play a critical role in ensuring blood flows in the correct direction through the heart. When...
