CARDIOLOGY: Imaging shows myocardial fibrosis in elite athletesEffects of fibrosis during exercise stress to be studied further CARDIOLOGY: Rising C-section rate a concern in women with congenital heart diseaseLonger hospital stays, increased risk of cardiac complications noted CARDIOLOGY: Adults with congenital heart disease lack specialists Often relying on pediatric specialists, adults face long wait CARDIOLOGY: Stenting leaps ahead of bypass surgery, but ideal balance unknown From 1995 to 2007, ratio of PCI to CABG rose from 1.7 to 3.7 DOCTOR TO DOCTOR: Atrial fibrillation explained Condition expected to become more common as population ages; choice of using rate control or rhythm control is still under discussion Pump inserted percutaneously offers bridge in cardiogenic shock Surgeons in Vancouver first in North America to use device Faster treatment best in high-risk acute coronary syndrome patients But low-risk patients can safely wait a few days if necessary MS drug proves promising for cardiomyopathy Home INR monitoring a safe alternative to clinic-based testing Drug-eluting stents better for diabetic patients First Previous 98 99 100 Next Last
