Can a coronary blockage be caused by myocardial bridge?
Dear Fran, I doubt that the bridge is contributing to the blockage. It is not causing the blockage. The best...
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Is myocardial bridging hereditary?
Dear Sondra: Myocardial bridging is present in 10 to 15% of autopsies. It is more frequent when the cardiac muscle...
Why did my symptoms re: myocardial bridge show up now?
Myocardial bridges are a subject of controversy and many cardiologists doubt their importance. Strain on the myocardium (heart muscle) may...
Is there a relationship between myocardial bridges and sudden cardiac arrest?
It’s unusual for myocardial bridges to cause problems, but if there is ongoing angina-like chest pain, it may be advisable...
Is there a different beta blocker that works as well as atenolol but without side effects?
Thanks for the question. Bystolic is an alternative to atenolol in patients with ED. Please check with your cardiologist before...
