ELIZABETH TAYLOR: Pray For My Health Oct 8, 2009
The operation is "very new and involves repairing my leaky valve using a clip device, without open heart surgery so that my heart will function better," the tweet read. The laparoscopic operation that Taylor, 77, will undergo is, indeed, experimental. (ABC News)
Taylor to undergo heart surgery Oct 7, 2009
She said the procedure involved "repairing my leaky valve using a clip device, without open heart surgery, so that my heart will function better". The 77-year-old said she wanted her Twitter followers to "know before it gets in the papers". (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Elizabeth Taylor to repair a heart valve Oct 7, 2009
"It's very new and involves repairing my leaky valve using a clip device, without open heart surgery, so that my heart will function better. "Any prayers you happen to have lying around I would dearly appreciate. I'll let you know when it's all over. (Xinhuanet, China)
New treatment more than doubles survival for high risk childhood leukemia Oct 7, 2009
BC Children's Hospital is home to many specialized pediatric services available nowhere else in the province, including BC's trauma centre for children, neonatal intensive care, kidney and bone marrow transplants, open heart surgery, neurosurgery and cancer treatment. The University of British Columbia (UBC) is one of Canada's largest and most prestigious public research and teaching institutions and consistently ranks among the top 40 universities in the world. (EurekAlert!)
Radiological Treatment Method Spares Patients Surgery And Offers 89 Percent Cost Savings Oct 1, 2009
20, 2006) A new method of treating mitral regurgitation (MR), the leaking of blood through the mitral valve into the heart chamber, provides a less-invasive alternative to open heart surgery. A study published. (Science Daily)
Fetal Surgery May Treat Heart Defect Oct 1, 2009
Without this procedure, "every one of these kids would have needed open heart surgery in the first few days after birth," he said. Additional surgeries and multiple heart transplants are almost always necessary, he added. (MEDLINEplus)
Hankinson man supports others, now needs support Sep 30, 2009
Leland, then 3 months old, had heart complications at birth and later required open heart surgery. "I know how important it is when you have stresses in life and have nowhere to turn for those expenses," she said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Baby bouncing back after hole fixed in heart Sep 30, 2009
Three months ago, Hayden s fate was placed in the hands of Dr. Michael Teodori a well-known cardiothoracic surgeon at Phoenix Children s Hospital where the then 5-month-old baby underwent open heart surgery. Born with a congenital heart defect called tetralogy of Fallot, Teodori repaired a. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Emory drops appeal in GMC case Sep 26, 2009
has dropped its appeal to prevent from starting its own open heart surgery program ... Gwinnett Medical Center CEO Phil Wolfe and county leaders have argued Gwinnett County is the largest county in the nation without an open heart surgery program within its boundaries. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Hasselbeck unlikely to play Sep 26, 2009
The teen suffered a stroke during open heart surgery as a baby and has a loss of dexterity in his hands and impaired balance. He was standing a few feet away, wearing the No. 8 game jersey of his favorite Seahawks player. (ESPN -- Football)
Sprinklers control LU dorm fire Sep 25, 2009
sandhouse wrote on Sep 23, 2009 6:14 PM:" " Or when you have open heart surgery the nurse that takes care of you will more than likely be a LU grad. "LOLOLThat's funny. " ... fishing01 wrote on Sep 23, 2009 4:25 PM:" Or when you have open heart surgery the nurse that takes care of you will more than likely be a LU grad. ". (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Mount Sinai first in nation to ablate atrial fibrillation using new visually-guided balloon catheter Sep 19, 2009
But this is a technically complicated procedure since unlike open heart surgery, physicians cannot directly see the tissue that is being cauterized. Despite using various cardiac mapping systems, problems often arise because the scar tissue that is created is not continuous, allowing the abnormal electrical signals to continue to pass into the heart and cause recurrence of AFib. (EurekAlert!)
Astros' Hampton To Miss 2010 Season Sep 16, 2009
"I could see him coming back, just because he's had so many injuries," said Boone, who had open heart surgery in March and returned to the Astros on Sept. 2. "To his credit, he's always fought back. He takes of himself, and he's in great shape." "The perception is people begrudge him what he makes, and he could have gone home, but he continues to battle. He's a phenomenal athlete. He's been a very good pitcher for a long time. I wouldn't put anything past him," he said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Paging Dr. Pelosi... Sep 15, 2009
If Washington can't write a simple auto rebate procedure, do we really want Congress involved in open heart surgery. We have said it before and we will say it again: If Congress will put itself on the same plan they are shoving down our throats, we'll shut up. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Petoskey cardiologist is first to place newest heart valve in Paraguay patient Sep 12, 2009
So is the use of concentrated, specifically direct ultrasound frequency to bust apart a clot inside a totally clogged artery so a stent can be placed, rather than the standard fix that would call for invasive open heart surgery and bypass ... The current course of treatment is to replace that valve via open heart surgery with a replacement created from a cow s pericardium ... 1 Replacement and structure changes of leaky and blocked valves with approaches through the leg and arm rather than open... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
High school welcomes new principal Sep 11, 2009
After open heart surgery, she's the first person you see. You wake up after surgery, you have a huge scar, you're probably feeling very fragile," he said, she's the one who helps you get through that. They have a daughter who graduated from the University of Connecticut last year, another daughter who's a sophomore at UConn, and a son who's a sophomore in high school. ?Newington Town Crier 2009 Questions or comments? E-mail the . for home delivery of the Newington Town Crier. Interested in a... (Newington Town Crier, CT)
Abbott to buy heart-device maker Sep 11, 2009
Evalve said its MitraClip system can treat mitral regurgitation a condition in which the mitral valve does not close completely without open heart surgery. The device is approved for sale in Europe and is being tested in the United States. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Piedmont ends appeal to block GMC program Sep 10, 2009
has backed off its fight to prevent from starting its own open heart surgery program ... Gwinnett Medical Center CEO Phil Wolfe argued as recently as August that Gwinnett County is the largest county in the nation without an open heart surgery program within its boundaries. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Murray's Mayor Rushing dead at 71 Sep 10, 2009
Rushing had undergone open heart surgery last month and was taken to the Murray-Calloway County Hospital emergency room yesterday, it was reported. According to his obituary, he died at St. Thomas Hospital in Nashville. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
Writer hospitalized for heart condition Sep 5, 2009
He'll have open heart surgery, but first has to undergo dental surgery to address gum disease, he said. The dates of the surgeries have not yet been scheduled, but he said he suspected both would be next week. (Athens Banner-Herald)
* Sports Briefs Sep 3, 2009
Houston Astros infielder Aaron Boone was activated from the disabled list on Tuesday, five months after undergoing open heart surgery. The 36-year-old, who had surgery on March 26 to correct a defect, joined the team last weekend in Arizona after playing 11 games in a minor league rehabilitation assignment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Boone returns to field Sep 3, 2009
He was back, playing in a major league game for the first time since undergoing open heart surgery in late March. "I was fine last night and all day today. And then running out there I was a little nervous, but I got into the flow of the game pretty quick," Boone said Wednesday after his lost to the 2-0. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Astros' Boone plays first game since open-heart surgery Sep 3, 2009
Aaron Boone returned to the lineup Wednesday, a little more than five months after undergoing open heart surgery ... He was back, playing in a major league game for the first time since undergoing open heart surgery in late March. (USA Today -- Sports)
Boone back on field after heart surgery Sep 3, 2009
He was back, playing in a major league game for the first time since undergoing open heart surgery in late March. I was fine last night and all day today. (MSNBC -- Sports)
•Nurse considers another trip to share science Sep 1, 2009
For eight days in July, the Franklin resident helped teach Syrian doctors and medical students the intricacies of heart valves in open heart surgery. Subscribers, to read full story. (The Daily Journal)
A salute to savings, and a call for more Sep 1, 2009
Council President Lee Dingee was absent, staying at his wife s bedside after she took a bad turn following open heart surgery last week. Fortunately, Linda Dingee, a Braintree elementary schoolteacher, is getting better. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Hampton tells Astros his season's done Aug 30, 2009
The Official Site of the Houston Astros. Hampton shuts down for season. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Wandy, Oswalt to restore order Aug 30, 2009
Infielder just months removed from open heart surgery. Bazardo, Lopez hit hard in lopsided loss to D-backs. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Ellsbury suffers high-ankle sprain Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the Boston Red Sox. Center fielder's availability for Friday's game uncertain. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
D-backs' Hester homers in first Majors AB Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the Arizona Diamondbacks. Hester homers in first Majors at-bat. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Blanks day-to-day after exiting game Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the San Diego Padres. Outfielder reaggravates sore foot running out homer. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Cabrera takes advantage of opportunity Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the San Diego Padres. San Diego (55-75) at Florida (67-61), 3:10 p.m. PT. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Boone excited for return to big leagues Aug 29, 2009
Infielder just months removed from open heart surgery ... Boone underwent open heart surgery this past March 26 at the Stanford University Medical Center to repair a valve in his heart that threatened the aorta. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Smith: In life, the sun rises, and sets Aug 29, 2009
A few days before his death, a doctor at Emory told him that, to prolong his life, he might need open heart surgery. He smiled and gave the medical recommendation his blessing. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Jays get to Beckett, but fall to Sox Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the Toronto Blue Jays. Jays get to Beckett, but fall to Red Sox. (MLB.com -- Toronto Blue Jays)
Royals stung by former captain Aug 29, 2009
The Official Site of the Kansas City Royals. Mariners' Sweeney shows hustle as series evens. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Felix fights off cold to pick up 13th win Aug 29, 2009
Mariners ace holds down Royals in unusual contest. By Christian Caple / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
Clayton named acting police chief Aug 27, 2009
Agnew, who had open heart surgery five years ago, said he is currently seeing a number of doctors including a neurologist who recently discovered issues with his carotid artery. He said he will base his decision on whether or not to return to the job on his doctors advice. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Second health-care 'phone town hall' goes well Aug 26, 2009
The government chose and certified certain insurance companies to manage the program - it is called "managed care' and urged those on Medicare to switch!! Two plans heavily used by local residents are Blue Cross Blue and HealthNet Seniority Plus. HealthNet is the plan of choice for retirees of Lockheed and Stanford, and the PA Clinic has its own version. Some versions are also HMO's. Kaiser has one.. It's efficient, virtually paperwork free, and the government PUSHED enrollment. Now it says its... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
In the Operating Room With Dr. Oz Aug 26, 2009
Oz gave Diane Sawyer a rare look inside the operating room at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia Medical Center to see just what happens during open heart surgery. "In every case, every single operation, there is one moment where the patient could die," he said. (ABC News)
Workouts prove key to less medical problems Aug 25, 2009
I had open heart surgery, four bypasses, in January, 2004, said James, 56. I had a heart attack after (Hurricane) Katrina. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
Children's book paying 'dividends' Aug 24, 2009
Two years ago, Burton underwent open heart surgery to implant an artificial heart valve. She said her faith is very important to her and she's grateful for her good health. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Bay Bridge workers face test Labor Day weekend Aug 24, 2009
It's an artery, and this is open heart surgery. Let's think for a minute about the people doing the work. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Suburban New York Is Latest Health Care Battleground Aug 23, 2009
More than a few times, he joked that he doesn t want to have to go to the [Department of Motor Vehicles] for open heart surgery. But in a swing district where independents and moderates could have the final word in November 2010, Ball, unlike many national Republicans, is quick to concede that the U.S. health care system is broken, and that some national GOP leaders are intent on making a political statement and making sure that health care reform fails. (Roll Call)
Quintero, Coste have bigger roles Aug 20, 2009
After rejoining Houston to take some batting practice with the Astros on Tuesday, third baseman Aaron Boone headed back to Double-A Corpus Christi to continue his rehab and comeback from open heart surgery. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Piedmont, Emory file to block Gwinnett open heart program Aug 19, 2009
and filed appeals to prevent from launching an open heart surgery program ... Gwinnett County is the largest county in the nation without an open heart surgery program within its boundaries ... Emory argues Gwinnett Medical Center's approval to start an angioplasty program has "received very little publicity or fanfare thus far." It says GMC's need for and development of this program "no longer justifies its request for an open heart surgery service.". (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
It was 'his angel's doing' Aug 17, 2009
In a cruel twist of fate, Mehringer died unexpectedly last summer in the middle of the meet, six months after successful open heart surgery. He was 68. (Albany Times Union)
Bulldogs Spread Out Across Globe for Summer Aug 15, 2009
In addition to typical summer activities like hitting the beach, they're also doing things like volunteering at a school for underprivileged children; observing open heart surgery; studying Portuguese in Brazil; researching Coventry Cathedral in England; and working out with Olympic team hopefuls ... "For the first half of the summer I was living in Florida working for a pulmonologist (lung doctor). It basically consisted of shadowing him doing hospital rounds, seeing patients in the office, and... (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Robert ‘Bob’ Guse Aug 14, 2009
Bob Guse, 86, of Albany died Friday at Samaritan Albany General Hospital after a series of complications following open heart surgery. Bob was born in Aberdeen, S.D., to Andrew and Hazel Guse. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Boone ready to begin comeback Aug 10, 2009
HOUSTON -- Aaron Boone, who underwent open heart surgery on March 27, will begin a Minor League rehab assignment on Monday at Double-A Corpus Christi with hope of returning to the Major Leagues when rosters are expanded on Sept. 1. Boone, 36, has been on the disabled list all season, but he has been working out with the Astros for several weeks. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Current health care was what saved baby Aug 8, 2009
At three months old, he was the seventh patient to have a four-chamber heart repair attempted (an open heart surgery) on his essentially two-chamber existing heart. Fifteen months later, he became the 11th child to have the second stage of this first procedure. (Anchorage Daily News)
NURSE’S NOTES - Heart patients continue recovery at home Aug 5, 2009
Last week, we wrote about recovery right after open heart surgery. Those first 24 hours are crucial, yet sometimes patients don t remember them well. (Missoulian, MT)
The superfluous* people Aug 1, 2009
Facts wrote on Jul 31, 2009 10:32 AM:" Publisher $50.00 a month is great. Not everybody is in that boat. I know of more than one person IN CAMERON that has to pay $700.00 to $1200.00 per month for minimal coverage. THAT IS A FACT. The health insurance industry only wants those who will NOT use the insurance. Those that truly need it can not afford the quotes they are getting. Personally I am scared to go to the doctor for my much needed check up - not afraid of what he may fine but afraid I will... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Physician speaks out against health care proposals Aug 1, 2009
dietz1963 wrote on Jul 23, 2009 12:11 PM:" Skooter,First of all, if our medical care is so whacked and other countries so good (supposedly France and Italy in the top 2) then explain to me why last year Italy's President came HERE for open heart surgery? Yea we spend quite a bit but I can tell you from personal experience of living in Germany the care is LOTS higher here. We get what we pay for, over there the same. And soon we are going to get the same, POOR care.Here's my question. We keep... (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Surviving heart problems - as a teen Jul 30, 2009
My mom had to sign consent forms for open heart surgery, Gearing said. The impending procedure made Gearing nervous. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
NURSE’S NOTES Heart surgery recovery begins in ICU Jul 29, 2009
According to the American Heart Association, 552,000 people had open heart surgery in the United States in 2006 ... Open heart surgery refers to either heart valve surgery - replacement or repair - or bypass grafting of a blocked vessel in the heart ... That night, the patient stays in the ICU under the supervision of a nurse with specific training in the special needs of an open heart surgery patient. (Missoulian, MT)
On Health Care, It's Hurry Up and Wait Jul 25, 2009
" Obungler's days are numbered, and so are yours..Socialized medicine is a FAILURE! its been proven, time and time again... by lovegetpeace July 24, 2009 1:37 PM EDT Amigo BarrySoetoro,All Seniors have Socialized medicine (Medicare) in America. Sooner or later you will be a Senior whom will kill another BarrySoetoro if they take it away. All Children have Socialized medicine (CHIP) in America. All Military Veterans have Socialized medicine in America.It for the folks like us in the Middle that... (CBS News -- Politics)
Atrial Septal Defects Jul 23, 2009
In very serious septal defects, open heart surgery might be required. The presence of an uncorrected atrial septal defect that has caused no detectable symptoms can cause other difficulties later in life if it does not close. (Suite101.com)
Heart of the matter Jul 22, 2009
Hospitals could perform diagnostic catheterizations, but Georgia had limited therapeutic procedures, such as balloon angioplasty, to hospitals that also had an open heart surgery program as backup, said Clyde Reese, the general counsel for the Georgia Department of Community Health. "Hospitals had always wanted to try to be able to do the therapeutic caths without the on-site open heart program," he said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Menlo Park-based Evalve mends hearts without the ache Jul 22, 2009
It also represents an emerging trend in how doctors operate on the heart, one that is less invasive and traumatic than traditional open heart surgery ... That s because of the risk and ordeal associated with traditional open heart surgery. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Obama Mounts "Aggressive" Health Care Push Jul 21, 2009
When the government determines that a 75 year old man can't have open heart surgery or a newborn infant isn't worth saving, we will simply accept this as the norm. by iam4honesty July 20, 2009 10:45 AM EDT. (CBS News)
State: Gwinnett Medical Center can perform open-heart surgery Jul 18, 2009
The department reasonably concluded that traffic congestion and travel times present a barrier to a significant number of patients obtaining timely access to open heart surgery services, the commissioner s final decision said. Medows also noted that fewer than 100 patients from Gwinnett annually receive open-heart surgery at Emory training sites, asserting that Gwinnett s program is unlikely to significantly impact Emory training site volumes. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Gwinnett gets open heart surgery Jul 18, 2009
Georgia will uphold its original approval for an open heart surgery program at ... Gwinnett County is the largest county in the nation without an open heart surgery program within its boundaries. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
State Captiol Briefs, July 14 Jul 16, 2009
Advocates of the bill (S 797) said some hospitals allow workers to scrub in for Caesarean section births and open heart surgery without any formal training. Mark Birenbaum, administrator of the American Association of Bioanalysts, said regulating the profession is a good idea, but called Quinn s bill too narrowly defining what counts as acceptable experience. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Mailbag: Canada health: A report (July 9) Jul 10, 2009
My wife s cousin had a heart attack and it was determined he needed open heart surgery. They sent him home on the waiting list. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
