Aneurysms, a bulging, weakened area in the heart or aorta, can sometimes be repaired by open heart surgery. Heart muscle aneurysm. These are usually caused by heart attacks. They may prevent proper pumping of the heart, and may cause shortness of breath, pain, or an irregular heartbeat. A heart muscle aneurysm is repaired by either […]
heart attacks
Heart Attack
A heart attack is when a coronary artery is blocked, stopping blood flow. Heart attacks usually cause irreparable damage to your heart muscle; heart attacks are also called a myocardial infarction, or “heart muscle” and “tissue death”. Symptoms – take immediate action Heart attacks can be slow, mild pain, or sudden and intense. If you […]