If you have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease, you may be at risk for problems regarding arteries throughout your body, as well. For example, the arteries leading to your brain, kidneys, arms, and legs can narrow, block, or form blood clots, causing strokes and other problems. Your healthcare provider may send you to a […]
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Congenital Heart Defects
The term “heart defect” can be the name for a variety of heart problems, but it’s usually used to describe defects in the wall, or septum, dividing the upper or lower heart chambers. It may also describe problems with the heart valve. The more common defects are listed below. Atrial septal defect (ASD). This is […]