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Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy for Chronic Pulmonary Embolism 
A pulmonary embolism occurs when a blood clot lodges in the blood vessels of the lung (pulmonary arteries). The clot is called an embolus, and it most often begins as a clot in the veins of the legs. ... Details >
Questions To Ask Your Healthcare Professional - American Heart Association
The American Heart Association encourages you to actively discuss all aspects of your treatment regimen — including diet changes, exercise and medicines — with your healthcare team. This document pres... Details >
Target Heart Rate Calculator
Enter your age to find your target heart rate during exercise. Get the most out of your activities by staying within this range of heartbeats/minute.... Details >
Ventricular Septal Defect
Ventricular (ven-TRICK-u-lar) septal defect (VSD) is a hole in the wall that separates the lower chambers (ventricles) of the heart.... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Your Guide To Better Health Series
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health has developed The Your Guide series featuring testimonials from people about their real-life experiences with heart disease... Details >
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health