Cardiology
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Cardiology is a vital branch of internal medicine dedicated to the study and treatment of disorders of the heart, blood vessels, and the circulatory system. Deriving its name from the Greek words 'Cardio' meaning heart and 'Logos' meaning study, cardiology addresses the health and disorders of the heart and the cardiovascular system.
Historical Perspective[edit | edit source]
The term 'cardiology' was coined to represent the comprehensive study of the heart, an area that has become increasingly important as cardiovascular diseases have risen to become a leading cause of mortality globally, particularly in the United States.
Cardiologists[edit | edit source]
Cardiologists are physicians who specialize in diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases related to the heart and blood vessels. They play a critical role in healthcare due to the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases.
Common Diseases[edit | edit source]
One of the most prevalent conditions managed within cardiology is coronary artery disease (CAD), often caused by atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is characterized by the narrowing of the arteries due to plaque buildup, which can lead to a heart attack.
Overview of Cardiology[edit | edit source]
Cardiology encompasses various aspects, including but not limited to:
- Outline of cardiology: A structured overview of the topics covered within the field of cardiology.
- Anatomy of the Heart: An examination of the heart's structure and its intricate workings.
- Cardiology physical examination: Techniques and processes used to assess cardiovascular health.
- Cardiac drugs: Medications used in the treatment and management of heart diseases.
- Cardiac tests: Diagnostic tools and tests that aid in the assessment of heart function and structure.
- Symptoms of heart disease: Clinical manifestations that may indicate heart disease.
- Risk factors for heart disease: Conditions or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing heart disease.
Research and Advances[edit | edit source]
Cardiology is a field marked by constant advancement and research, aiming to develop new therapeutic strategies and interventions to combat cardiovascular diseases.
Global Impact[edit | edit source]
Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death worldwide, making the role of cardiology in preventive medicine, diagnosis, and treatment more significant than ever.
Branches of cardiology[edit | edit source]
- Adult cardiology
- Cardiac electrophysiology – study of the electrical properties and conduction diseases of the heart.
- Cardiogeriatrics (geriatric cardiology) –
- Cardiac-oncology –
- Echocardiography – use of ultrasound to study the mechanical function/physics of the heart.
- Interventional cardiology – use of catheters for the treatment of structural and ischemic diseases of the heart.
- Nuclear cardiology – use of nuclear medicine to visualize the uptake of an isotope by the heart using radioactive sources.
- Pediatric cardiology
Cardiology organizations[edit | edit source]
- American College of Cardiology
- American Heart Association
- Heart Rhythm Society
- Indian Heart Association
- National Heart Foundation of Australia
Procedures[edit | edit source]
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Choosing the right cardiologist[edit | edit source]
List of heart diseases[edit | edit source]
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Cardiology publications[edit | edit source]
- Acta Cardiologica
- American Journal of Cardiology
- Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia
- Cardiology
- Cardiology in Review
- Circulation
- Circulation Research
- Clinical and Experimental Hypertension
- Clinical Cardiology
- EP – Europace
- European Heart Journal
- Experimental & Clinical Cardiology
- Heart
- Heart Rhythm
- International Journal of Cardiology
- Journal of the American College of Cardiology
- Pacing and Clinical Electrophysiology
List of Cardiologists (USA)[edit | edit source]
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
US territories
See also[edit | edit source]
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- Cardiovascular Disease
- Heart Failure
- Hypertension
- Preventive Cardiology
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Outline of cardiology
- List of cardiac pharmaceutical agents
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