Is it okay to stop blood thinners after having a tissue valve implanted?
No, that is the standard as long as you don’t have atrial fibrillation. Please consult with your physician before changing...
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How long should I keep the IVC filter inserted?
It is true that some of the more recent IVC filters are made such that they can be subsequently removed....
Can LBBB be the cause of my shortness of breath?
LBBB should not cause shortness of breath. However, if the LBBB is associated with cardiomyopathy, it can cause shortness of...
Are blood transfusions always venous blood rather than arterial?
Blood immediately collected from an arterial source is bright red in color due to the effect of oxygen binding the...
