Researchers in China report that a simple heart ultrasound measure of left ventricular underfilling is a valuable prognostic ...

Because life expectancy and the prevalence of risk factors such as hypertension, obesity and diabetes are rising globally, heart failure (HF) is growing into a major health problem. Impairment of left ...

LVNC is a structural heart problem that develops before birth. Later in life, it can cause symptoms like shortness of breath, irregular heart rhythms, and chest pain. Treatments include medications ...

Researchers have shown that a gene transfer technique can combat heart dysfunction caused by diabetes. Researchers with the VA San Diego Healthcare System and the University of California San Diego ...

The interventricular septum separates the heart’s two ventricles and plays a vital role in maintaining correct bloodflow. Sometimes a defect can occur or be present from birth. This can increase the ...