Cardiology
Cardiology is a branch of internal medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Cardiologists specialise in the treatment of conditions such as coronary heart disease and heart attacks, cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation, myocarditis, heart valve defects, heart failure, congenital heart defects and high blood pressure.
Heart attacks in women
The symptoms of a heart attack manifest themselves differently in women than in men. As a result, the danger is often not recognised in time.
Atrial fibrillation – causes and treatment
Atrial fibrillation is a heart rhythm disorder that is usually chronic. It is considered a risk factor for stroke. If atrial fibrillation is treated appropriately, most people can still lead a normal life.
Shock – a medical emergency
Shock is a life-threatening circulatory disorder in which the body is no longer supplied with sufficient blood and oxygen.