Cardiovascular diseases are those affecting the heart and/or associated blood vessels. Widely known cardiovascular conditions include coronary heart disease, heart failure, rheumatic heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease.
AFA provides support and information on AF to those affected by this condition and attempts to advance the education of the medical profession and the general public on the subject. Includes case studies, a forum and news.
About research and innovations in AF at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Describes in detail the MAZE operation and radiofrequency pulmonary vein isolation.
Charity fighting heart and circulatory disease. The BHF funds research, education and life-saving equipment and helps heart patients. Publications may be downloaded in PDF format.
About this condition in which intense emotional or physical stress can cause rapid and severe heart muscle weakness. Includes information about Johns Hopkins University\'s case registry for use in researching ASC.
