February 2009

Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
Different approaches are tailored to the patient and to their physiology and anatomy.

The Effect Smoking Has on Aging
A UI study makes a connection between a rare hereditary premature aging disease and smoking.

Stroke Treatment
Stroke or "brain attack" is a blood clot, depriving blood supply to the brain.

Children and Heart Disease
Children are at risk for heart disease, just like adults.

Low Vision Awareness Month
The most common causes of low vision in the U.S. are age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy.

Heart Disease Prevention Program
Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

Bronchus EASE Study
Exhale Airway Stents for Emphysema will explore a treatment that may offer a new option for those with advanced emphysema.

COPD Gene Study
COPD includes emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and airways diseases.

Enzyme Role in Arrhythmias
An enzyme contributes to the irregular heartbeats in Timothy syndrome.