Why is troponin I used as a cardiac marker?
Troponins I and T are considered superior cardiac markers for several reasons. The most significant is that cardiac troponins are the only markers specific for heart muscle. Other markers also increase following damage to other muscles.
What is the medical term meaning abnormal softening of the heart?
im pretty sure its cardiomalacia
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How can I listen to my heartbeat without using a stethoscope or any type of microphone?
If you literally mean can you listen to your own heartbeat then maybe not. But, if you mean can a person's heartbeat be heard without an instrument, then the answer is yes. In the early days doctors rested their ear against the patient's chest to hear the heartbeat. A doctor in those puritanical times, realizing ladies did not like him to press his ear to their bosoms, rolled up a tube of paper, pressed it to their bosom and put his ear to the other end. This was the origin of the stethoscope.
How much schooling does a pediatric cardiologist make?
The schooling a pediatric cardiologist has to have is:
4 years of college
4 years of medical school
3-4 years of pediatric residency
3 years of pediatric cardiology fellowship
So about 14-15 years of higher education is required.
And a pediatric cardiologist makes about 230,000 per year.
What if you feel dizzy and your heart skips beats?
When heart skips beats it means that potassium level in our body is low, magnesium consumption level and adrenaline production level become excess.
Answer2: Could be signs of a heart murmur. I was diagnosed with this condition but it is not life threatening and no medication needed. It's just the way it is. . Just to be on the safe side get a physical and tell your doctor about your symptoms. They will probably do an ekg and possibly a cardiac stress test to make sure you are ok.
What are skills that a cardiologist needs?
A Cardiologist is a Doctor who has specialized
education and training in heart and circulatory systemrelated areas of study.
A Cardiologist specializes in diagnoses, treatment and healing of a variety of heart and circulatory system issues.
Cardiologists must complete intense studies in the Medical Sciences, including Anatomy, Cardiology, Physiology, Neuromuscular System, Surgical Procedures, Pharmacology, to mention just a few.
Cardiologists must keep abreast of new and changing surgical procedures, implants and other devices, pharmaceuticals, and other instruments of improvement in related arenas.
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What type of education will you need to become a thoracic surgeon?
A recognized medical degree from an accredited medical school must be earned in order to become a cardiothoracic surgeon. A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree, a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree, or a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS/MBChB) degree are accepted degrees. After earning one of these degrees, a surgical residency and additional training in cardiothoracic surgery must be completed and board certification examinations must be passed.
What initials would a cardiologist have after his name designating that he is a cardiologist?
Physicians are unique in that the type of medicine they practice are almost always not indicated by abbreviations. In the US, only M.D.s and D.Os are physicians. The only way to tell if a physician is a cardiologist would be those who choose to list their professional association of the American College of Cardiology. Thus, a fellow of this organization would be FACC. The name would look like Thomas Brown, M.D., FACC. Again, though, not all physicians list this. The only way to really know is to ask.
What does an elevated pulmonary wedge pressure indicate?
an elevated pulmonary wedge pressure indicate that the pressure in the left atrium is evevated .
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How much do gp's earn in the UK?
Average gross salary for a GP (before tax and expenses are deducted) is £228,367 (Latest data sourced from NHS ICHSC for 2008/2009 tax year). GP's includes contractors and salaried GP's but does not include locums or freelancers. GP's include those on GPMS, GMS and PMS contracts
There is a long and very intense pathway to becoming a Cardiac Surgeon. If you want to pursue surgery you will need to be very dedicated and hardworking.
First you will need to graduate from an undergraduate program and apply to medical school. Medical school is very competitive so you'll need good grades and MCAT score. Medical school is 4 years and then you'll apply for either general surgery (5-7 years) or Integrated Cardiac Surgery (6+ years). If you do general surgery you would then apply for Cardiac surgery fellowship after residency is completed. In either case you are looking at >10 years of training after undergrad.
The general piece of advice for surgery (cardiac or otherwise) is to only do it if you can't see yourself possibly doing anything else.
What did Victor Chang do to be famous?
Victor Chang was a pioneer in cardiac surgery, helping to establish the heart transplant programme in Australia. He helped to develop Australia's National Heart Transplant Program at St Vincent's hospital. He was a gifted surgeon and a humanitarian who organised for teams from St Vincent's to travel overseas to places such as Indonesia, China and Singapore to mentor medical personnel.
What is the monthly salary of a cardiologist in the UK?
i don't know per month, but i do know that A Cardiologist working in United Kingdom earns an average annual salary of 115,732. Half of those in this position would earn between 73,548 and 319,549 (the 17th and 67th percentiles). These numbers are derived from real, area specific, survey data. Senior cardiologists can earn up to 435,579. this is per year
What personal qualities are needed to become a cardiologist?
expert knowledge of cardiology and internal medicine, technical skills( depending on what type of cardiologist), patient relation skills ( not always common, unfortunately), able to prioritize problems, and ability to handle stress.
What does cryo mean medical terminology?
Cryo- is the medical terminology combining form meaning cold, as in cryotherapy. Hypothermia is a medical term meaning abnormally low body temperature.
What is the annual salary of an accountant in the UK?
The average salary of an accountant in the UK is 40,000 Euros per year. This will increase significantly if you become a CPA or gain experience in the field.
How many hours do cardiologist work daily?
A cardiologist can have some varied hours. Cardiologists generally will only work during office hours, but will NEED to be willing to work out of the hours of the clinic, if consultations are needed in the hospital.
How much does a visit to a cardiologist cost?
If you do not have any insurance, and are paying out-of-pocket, expect the fee to see a private cardiologist to be anywhere from $200 - $400. This will include the office visit, physical exam and likely an electrocardiogram (EKG).
However depending on your reason for needing to see a cardiologist, you may need an ultrasound of your heart (echocardiogram to check the valves and muscle function) or a stress test (to check for blocked arteries of the heart). These tests are expensive without insurance (echocardiogram about $300, and stress test $500-$1000).
If your primary doctor thinks you need to see a cardiologist, it's worth paying the $200-$400 for the office visit. Then if the cardiologist thinks you need additional testing, there are many alternatives:
If you need an echocardiogram or stress test, these tests are often available at government hospitals or university based hospitals for much cheaper. Yes the service at a government hospital is neither convenient nor attentive, but you get what you need at an affordable price.
What do cardiologists wear to work?
A radiologist works wherever x-rays are taken, usually hospitals, clinics, and some private medical practices (x-ray equipment is very expensive and some practices and clinics can't afford it).
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What is corticobasal degeneration?
There are no treatments that can slow or reverse the course of CBD. Some symptoms can be lessened with drugs, although these are inconsistently effective and become less effective as time passes.