Definition & Pathophysiology Unstable angina (UA) is a form of acute coronary syndrome (ACS) characterized by myocardial ischemia at rest or with minimal exertion, due to dynamic obstruction from thrombus…
Overview Aortic valve regurgitation, also known as aortic regurgitation, is a condition in which the aortic valve of the heart does not seal tightly. As a result, a portion of…
Definition and Pathophysiology Rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is a chronic sequela of acute rheumatic fever (ARF), an autoimmune disorder triggered by group A Streptococcus (GAS) pharyngitis—not skin infections (though the…
Prepared for the Practicing Cardiologist or Internal Medicine Physician 1. Definition & Epidemiology Congenital heart disease (CHD) refers to structural abnormalities of the heart or great vessels present at birth,…
