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1. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm November 18, 2009 What is Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm ? An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a bulge in the aorta (the aorta is the main blood vessel coming from the heart that supplies blood to all organs) in your abdomen. In the case of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), an aneurysm develops in the part of the aorta that extends through the abdomen. The bulge occurs below the renal arteries (kidneys) and may extend into the iliac arteries (legs). Most AAAs occur in association with advanced atherosclerosis, an accumulation of fatty deposits on the vessel wall. Symptom of abdominal aortic aneurysm ... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

2. Chilblains - Symptoms and Its Treatments November 18, 2009 What is Chilblains? A chilblain, also known as pernio or perniosis is an abnormal skin reaction to cold, damp weather in humid climates. Chilblains is a painful swelling accompanied by red, burning, itching feeling on the skin and intensified when coming in from out of the cold. In a lot of cases the skin over the Chilblain will break down causing a sore that may become infected if not treated with an antibiotic. cause of chilblains? The exact cause of chilblains isn't known, but they are due to blood vessel shut-down in cold conditions. Factors that contribute to tendency ... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

3. Maintaining Natural Therapy For Blood Pressure November 13, 2009 One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. Angiotensin I is then converted by the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs to a very potent chemical called angiotensin II. Angiotensin II is a powerful blood vessel constrictor that causes muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract, resulting in narrowing of the blood vessels. This narrowing of the vessels increases pressure in the vessels and can res... (read more) Author: Richard Hewitt

4. The Natural Blood Pressure Reports November 13, 2009 One of the more common treatments for high blood pressure are ACE inhibitors. When your kidneys detect low blood pressure, they release an enzyme called renin, which stimulates the formation of a protein called angiotensin I. Angiotensin I is then converted by the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) in the lungs to a very potent chemical called angiotensin II. Angiotensin II is a powerful blood vessel constrictor that causes muscles surrounding the blood vessels to contract, resulting in narrowing of the blood vessels. This narrowing of the vessels increases pressure in the vessels and can res... (read more) Author: Richard Hewitt

5. Aneurysmectomy Surgery India - Affordable Cost And World Class In India November 13, 2009 Aneurysmectomy in India Aneurysmectomy is a surgical procedure performed to repair a weak area in the aorta. The aorta is the largest artery in the body and the main blood vessel leading away from the heart... Purpose The purpose of aneurysmectomy is to repair an aortic aneurysm that is likely to rupture if left in place. Aneurysmectomy is indicated for an aortic aneurysm that grows to at least 2 in (5 cm) or for an aortic aneurysm of any size that is symptomatic... Precautions Aneurysmectomy may not be appropriate for patients with severely debilitating diseases such ... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

6. Time Tested Ayurveda Remedies for Hypertension November 11, 2009 Vata is responsible for the blood vessels constricting and this often happens to people in their old age around 65. The blood vessel walls thickens and the passage becomes narrow, and this results high blood pressure. Pitta on the other hand, is related to the rushing of blood with more force, increasing the blood pressure. Like vata, kapha too narrows the arteries but it is related to increase blood viscosity as a result of fatty deposits in the artery walls. Some causes for high blood pressure includes anger and anxiety, emotional and physical stress. Heavy resp... (read more) Author: durgesh pushkarna

7. Important 6 Methods for Lowering Blood Pressure Naturally...** October 22, 2009 Stop smoking. Not only will this help keep your blood pressure in line, you'll also diminish your risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Smoking is main risk factor for atherosclerosis. Smoking injures blood vessel walls and speeds up the process of hardening of the arteries. So even though it does not cause high blood pressure, smoking is bad for anyone, especially those with high blood pressure. If you smoke, quit. If you don't smoke, don't start. Once you quit, your risk of having a heart attack is reduced after the first year. So you have a lot to gain by quitting. Weight Reducti... (read more) Author: shahrukh dhanani

8. How to Exercise With Diabetes October 15, 2009 Exercise is very important in managing type 2 diabetes. Combining diet, exercise, and medicine (when prescribed) will help control your weight and blood sugar level. Exercise helps control type 2 diabetes by: •Improving your body's use of insulin. •Burning excess body fat, helping to decrease and control weight (decreased body fat results in improved insulin sensitivity). •Improving muscle strength. •Increasing bone density and strength. •Lowering blood pressure. •Helping to protect against heart and blood vessel disease by lowering 'bad' LDL cholesterol and increasing 'goo... (read more) Author: Richard Fox

9. Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery India - Types Of Surgery & Cost In India October 08, 2009 Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment In India Trigeminal Neuralgia A Trigeminal neuralgia (TN), also called tic douloureux, is a condition that is characterized by intermittent, shooting pain in the face...... Causes of Trigeminal Neuralgia Pressure of a blood vessel on the root of the trigeminal nerve.Trigeminal neuralgia can occur as a result of aging, or it can be related to multiple sclerosis or a similar disorder that damages the myelin sheath protecting certain nervesPressure of a tumor on the trigeminal nerve (rare)...... Symptoms Symptoms of Trigeminal Neuralgia The episodes of pain occ... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

10. Cerebral Angioplasty Surgery India - International Patient Services October 06, 2009 Cerebral Angioplasty Surgery In India  Cerebral Angioplasty During an angioplasty, your vascular surgeon inflates a small balloon inside a narrowed blood vessel. The balloon helps to widen your blood vessel and improve blood flow The procedure takes two hours or more to complete, this really depends upon how tortuous, or curvy your blood vessels are. Angioplasty and stenting is usually done through a small incision or puncture or sometimes a small incision in your skin, called the access site. A catheter is inserted in the artery in your groin. Using X-ray guidance, your physician th... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

11. Stroke Treatment In India - By Internationally Experienced Surgeons October 06, 2009 Stroke  Treatment In India Stroke A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is suddenly interrupted or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts, spilling blood into the spaces surrounding brain cells. Within a few minutes, brain cells begin to die.A stroke is a medical emergency.... Types of Stroke / Causes of Stroke The most common type of stroke is a blockage. This is called an ischaemic stroke, which happens when a clot blocks an artery that carries blood to the brain. It may be caused by : - Clogging of arteries within the brain (for example, lacunar stroke) Harde... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

12. High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) and Your Pets October 01, 2009 High Blood Pressure (hypertension) is very common in our pets, but often goes undiagnosed until it leads to life threatening emergencies. Problems from high blood pressure arise when a blood vessel gets too small for the high pressure flow going through it. Since the affected vessels are small, the bleeding may not be noticeable but a lot of little bleeds and a lot of blood vessel destruction can create big problems over time. Your pet's retina is especially at risk, with either sudden or gradual blindness often being the first sign of latent high blood pressure. The kidneys are also tar... (read more) Author: Jack Stephens

13. Burns ICD coding October 01, 2009 BURNS ICD CODING :- [940-949] BURNS:- A burn is a type of injury that may be caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, light, radiation or friction. Burns can be highly variable in terms of the tissue affected, the severity, and resultant complications. Muscle, bone, blood vessel, dermal and epidermal tissue can all be damaged with subsequent pain due to profound injury to nerves. Depending on the location affected and the degree of severity. The specific code assignment will depend on the site and depth of the burn. CODING GUIDELINES FOR BURNS: - Skin is made up of 3 laye... (read more) Author: steven guptha

14. Aethoxysklerol- A histamine liberator October 01, 2009 Aethoxysklerol: Aethoxysklerol is a kind of sterile solution which is injected into the varicose veins to close the affected vein and to shrink the vessel(s). Its work: Aethoxysklerol makes or causes the lining of blood vessel and is injected into the same to break up and at the equal time it stops the blood flow. The affected or target area is then squeezed by with the help of a compression bandage which directly closes that particular vein and also it allows your body to form a fibrous or stringy scar. Non favorable conditions for Aethoxysklerol: Avoid the use of Aet... (read more) Author: Ron Wesley

15. What Are the Symptoms & Preventive Measures of Atherothrombosis September 25, 2009 Atherothrombosis is commonly a disease of older adults mainly because of the eventual buildup of deposits and the wear and tear on the blood vessels. This process may be accelerated in people who have uncontrolled risk factors and can also happen to younger adults. Atherothrombosis of the arterial blood supply to the lower limbs can lead to an occlusion of the blood vessel, known as peripheral arterial disease or PAD. The blood supply to the segment that is supplied by the artery concerned is cut off. This can lead to the cut off of supply of nutrients to the area. If infection sets in, ... (read more) Author: SANDEEP PANGHAL

16. Important 6 Methods for Lowering Blood Pressure Naturally... September 24, 2009 Stop smoking. Not only will this help keep your blood pressure in line, you'll also diminish your risk of cancer and cardiovascular diseases. Smoking is main risk factor for atherosclerosis. Smoking injures blood vessel walls and speeds up the process of hardening of the arteries. So even though it does not cause high blood pressure, smoking is bad for anyone, especially those with high blood pressure. If you smoke, quit. If you don't smoke, don't start. Once you quit, your risk of having a heart attack is reduced after the first year. So you have a lot to gain by quitting. Weight Reducti... (read more) Author: sandeep kumar

17. KIDNEY CANCER - ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS AND POST SURGERY September 18, 2009 TREATMENTS WHEN SURGERY IS NOT POSSIBLE. For some people, surgery may be too risky. These people have other options for treating their Kidney cancers, including: 1. Blocking blood flow to the tumor (embolization). In this procedure, a special material is injected into the main blood vessel leading to the kidney. By clogging this vessel, the tumor is deprived of oxygen and other nutrients. Arterial embolization also may be used before an operation or to relieve pain and bleeding when an operation isn't possible. Side effects may include temporary nausea, vomiting or pain. 2. Treatm... (read more) Author: mark fenely

18. PDA Closure Device Surgery In India At Low Cost - PDA Closure Device September 17, 2009 PDA Closure Device treatment in India   Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a Congenital defect in which the temporary blood vessel connecting the left pulmonary artery to the aorta in the fetal heart fails to close after birth. In the fetal heart, blood bypasses the lungs and gets oxygen from the placenta. But when the newborn's lungs take over at birth, the body stops producing the chemicals that keep the ductus arteriosus open, and it closes naturally. If the ductus arteriosus fails to close completely, the baby has PDA. While this problem is rare, it is sometimes associated with ... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

19. Peripheral Angioplasty India - Affordable Cost And World Class India September 17, 2009   Peripheral Aangioplasty surgery in India Peripheral angiography and/or peripheral angiogram is a diagnostic study, not an operation, performed to look at the arterial blood flow from your lower abdomen and down each of your legs. When injected, the contrast material mixes with the blood in the arteries allowing the doctor to visualize the blood flow through the arteries. The dye may cause some discomfort when injected throughout the legs. The contrast material is iodine-based: some people have a known allergy to iodine, shellfish, or x-ray dye. If you are one of these people, let y... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

20. CT Angiography Surgery India - By Trained Doctor At Accred Hospital September 17, 2009   CT Angiography We Care India partner hospitals use a state-of-the-art multi-row detector CT scanner; the Siemens Sensation 64 Detector. A Coronary CTA (CT Angiography) is a heart-imaging test currently undergoing rapid development and evaluation for non-invasively determining whether either fatty deposits or calcium deposits have built up in the coronary arteries, which supply blood to the heart muscle.   How does Cardiac CT Angiography work ? A Coronary CTA comes from a special type of X-ray examination. Patients undergoing a Coronary CTA scan receive an iodine-containing contrast d... (read more) Author: Pankaj Nagpal

21. Some causes: -Time Tested Ayurveda Remedies for Hypertension September 17, 2009 Vata is responsible for the blood vessels constricting and this often happens to people in their old age (around 65). The blood vessel walls thickens and the passage becomes narrow, and this results high blood pressure. Pitta on the other hand, is related to the rushing of blood with more force, increasing the blood pressure. Like vata, kapha too narrows the arteries but it is related to increase blood viscosity as a result of fatty deposits in the artery walls. Some causes for high blood pressure includes anger and anxiety, emotional and physical stress. He... (read more) Author: ravi kushwah

22. Causes of Coronary Heart Disease - What is CHD ? September 11, 2009 Causes of Coronary Heart Disease - Coronary Artery Disease is often called Coronary Heart Disease. The coronary artery is the main blood vessel that carries blood to your heart. Coronary heart disease is the leading case of death for both sexes and strikes approximately 13 million Americans every calendar year. Your arteries can get built up with plague blocking the flow of blood and oxygen through them. Plague is a fatty substance made from cholesterol. It can happen in ay artery but it is much more serious if it is the coronary artery. Coronary heart disease can lead to life threatening c... (read more) Author: Sue Roberts

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