Mechanical heart valves have improved long-term survival benefit over biological valves for patients aged 50-70 years, new ...

and atrial contraction forces blood through the atrioventricular valves, a S4 is produced by the blood striking the left ventricle. CLINICAL PEARL: A S4 heart sound occurs during active LV filling ...

Partial heart transplants provide a range of lifesaving options for children with complex congenital heart conditions, and ...

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital recently made history performing the first pediatric partial heart transplant in ...

Now, Georgia Tech researchers have created a 3D-printed heart valve made of bioresorbable materials and designed to fit an individual patient's unique anatomy. Once implanted, the valves will be ...

A first of its kind surgery to help people with a specific type of heart failure is going through clinical trials at Providence St. Vincent’s.