The physical examination, which includes a neurological examination, can quickly identify changes in vital signs (such as very high blood pressure) that may require ... Cerebral venous sinus ...

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Our easy-to-read patient fact sheet compares and contrasts sinus arrhythmia vs AFib (atrial fibrillation) symptoms.

Tips for primary care physicians when it comes to deciding whether — and when — to refer a patient to a cardiologist.

Healthcare providers consider low blood pressure (hypotension)—a reading below 90/60 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)—benign, or not harmful, because it rarely causes symptoms. However, some people with ...

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The emerging role of cardiovascular magnetic resonance in refining the diagnosis of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.