Early cardioprotection with carvedilol and candesartan did not add benefit in preserving CV function in high-risk patients undergoing chemotherapy. Results were similar among those deemed lower-risk.

Heart failure is a complex clinical syndrome affecting around 70 million individuals globally. It has a prevalence of 2% in ...

A heart PET scan is a noninvasive imaging test that uses a small amount of radiation. It helps doctors understand how the heart functions and whether it is healthy. Cardiac or heart PET scans create ...

Cardiac testing is essential for diagnosing and managing heart disease. I asked Lee Health Heart Institute Cardiologist Robert Cross, M.D., to explain tests used for assessing heart function, ...

Failing a stress test occurs when you can’t complete it due to exhaustion or other factors. Abnormal results may indicate an underlying condition, such as coronary artery disease or a blockage. A ...

Cardiac cirrhosis refers to a spectrum of liver disorders that dysfunction in the heart can cause. It can occur when issues with blood circulation congest the liver and cause injury. Without healthy ...

Measuring cardiac troponin I levels during midlife may enable the early identification of individuals at an increased risk ...