Chest conditions
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Atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation – Definition Atrial fibrillation is an abnormal heart rhythm. The heart’s electrical system normally sends regularly spaced, predictable…
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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis – Definition Atherosclerosis is hardening of a blood vessel from a buildup of plaque. Plaque is made of fatty…
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Arrhythmias
Arrhythmias – Definition Arrhythmias are abnormal beats of the heart. Types of arrhythmias include: Heartbeats that are too slow (…
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Aortic stenosis in adults
(Stenosis, Aortic — Adult; AS — Adult) Aortic stenosis in adults – Definition The aortic valve is located between the…
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Aortic aneurysm
(AAA; Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm; Aneurysm, Abdominal Aortic; Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm; Aneurysm, Thoracic Aortic) Aortic aneurysm – Definition An aortic…
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