Fact Sheets

Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
A heart attack is a condition that blocks blood flow to the heart and causes damage to the heart muscle. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Hypercholesterolemia (High Cholesterol)
Hypercholesterolemia is a condition where the body has unusually high level of fats in the blood. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator
A battery-operated device that is surgically implanted in the chest to detect and correct life-threatening heart arrhythmias.
Heart Disease in Women
Women face unique risks, warning signs and symptoms of heart disease. Here's what women—and men who care about them—need to know about this condition.
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Coronary artery disease is a buildup of cholesterol or plaque that causes arteries to stiffen, narrow, and restrict blood flow. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO)
ECMO is a machine that takes over heart and lung function when a patient’s organs don't work on their own. Learn more about this process.
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a condition that increases the force of blood against the artery walls. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Anesthesia for Atrial Fibrillation
Patients with A-fib benefit from specialized anesthesiology. Learn more about this treatment.
Syncope
Syncope is a sudden, brief loss of consciousness also known as “fainting.“ Learn about causes and treatment.
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary edema is a condition in which fluid buildup in the lungs makes it hard to breathe.