Valvular heart disease affects about 2.5% of the US population, which translates to about 8.7-11.6 million people. It is more common as we get older, and the number of people greater than 80 years old […]
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3/16/2022 - Blog, Heart Disease
Does COVID-19 Affect Your Heart? A Guide to COVID-19 Heart Problems
COVID-19 affects people differently, and studies show that one in four COVID-19 patients develop long-term symptoms. Although a person’s age, the severity of the case, and prior health are significant factors, people without these conditions can also […]
Read More3/2/2022 - Heart Disease, News
COVID-connected blood clot almost claims life of Shepherd man
Our own Dr. Khaled Khalaf performed a procedure on a patient using the Inari Clotretriever. The Clotretriever is the latest technology for removing blood clots. The patient, who was post COVID, had developed a serious blood clot […]
Read More1/28/2022 - Blog, Heart Disease, Vein
Symptoms and Causes of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Like many medical conditions, deep vein thrombosis often goes undiagnosed until it is too late. The condition—also known as venous thromboembolism—can affect anyone, and often leads to deadly illness, disability, and even death. Luckily, deep […]
Read More1/27/2022 - Heart Disease, News
Kingwood Health Academy – Cardiology Interactive Seminar
Please join us for our first Kingwood Health Academy for 2022. Dr. Michael Daniel will discuss Valvular Heart Disease. This event will take place Thursday 17th, 5:45 – 7:00 pm. Location HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood […]
Read More12/22/2021 - AFIB, Blog, Heart Disease
What Is Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation is an abnormal heart rhythm, frequently referred to as AFIB or AF. In fact, it’s the most common type of arrhythmia and affects approximately six million people in the U.S., according to the Centers […]
Read More10/19/2021 - Blog, Heart Disease
What You Need to Know About Myocarditis
Myocarditis is an inflammatory condition of the heart muscle that affects 1.5 million people per year. It is often difficult to diagnose and detect because, unlike many common heart conditions, myocarditis more often affects younger, people, […]
Read More7/13/2021 - Blog, Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease: The Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
In the U.S., there are roughly 6.5 million people over the age of 40 that have a disorder known as peripheral arterial disease (PAD). This condition is the most common type of peripheral vascular disease (PVD), which […]
Read More5/18/2021 - Blog, Blood Pressure, Heart Disease
Symptoms of Poor Circulation in the Body | Vascular Issues
Are you constantly cold? Do your legs swell when you’ve been on them too much? Are your feet and hands always going numb?
These could be symptoms of poor circulation.
Poor blood circulation is not a condition on its own, but can be a manifestation of a broader health problem. Every part of the body relies on a healthy circulatory system to keep your organs property properly supplied with oxygen.
Read More4/9/2021 - Blog, Heart Disease, Heart Failure
A Guide to Congestive Heart Failure: Everything to Know
What Is Congestive Heart Failure? Congestive heart failure happens when your heart is unable to pump blood as well as it should. A healthy heart pumps blood throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients. With […]
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