Heart test urged for athletes after teen dies during football practice Aug 2, 2008
The chance for a doctor to take an oral history of the patient and his or her relatives can reveal problems an echocardiogram or electrocardiogram an electrical record of the heart, also known as an EKG might not. That's why the physical the Georgia High School Association requires for the state's high school athletes includes a lengthy questionnaire about the medical history of the athlete and his or her family. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Athlete's death renews call for heart scans Aug 1, 2008
The chance for a doctor to take an oral history of the patient and his or her relatives can reveal problems an echocardiogram or electrocardiogram an eletrical record of the heart, also known as an EKG might not. It is why the physical that the Georgia High School Association requires for the state's high school athletes includes a lengthy questionnaire about the medical history of the athlete and his or her family. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Personal Health: The treadmill's place in evaluating hearts Aug 1, 2008
During a treadmill test, patients are hooked up to an electrocardiogram machine (often abbreviated EKG, for the German spelling) that records the workings of the heart as the duration, speed and difficulty of the exercise increase. Measurements taken during and immediately after the workout are indicators of cardiovascular fitness and how well a person's autonomic nervous system is functioning: how long the person can continue as the treadmill's speed and incline gradually increase; whether... (International Herald Tribune)
FirstHealth Mobile Adding EKG Screenings Aug 1, 2008
EKG, or electrocardiogram. advertisement. (The Pilot Newspaper)
ECG Not Required for Kids With ADHD Jul 31, 2008
Electrocardiogram Is Reasonable but Not Mandatory Before Giving Kids Stimulant Drugs to Treat ADHD, Medical Groups Say By WebMD Health News Reviewed by. July 30, 2008 -- Before a child goes on stimulant to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, they don't necessarily need to get an electrocardiogram (ECG) to screen for heart problems. (WebMD)
People need less sleep as they get older Jul 26, 2008
All the recruits were healthy and had a full medical, including an examination, electrocardiogram and laboratory tests of blood and urine, which verified the absence of any known sleep disorders. None of the recruits were taking prescription or non-prescription medication, had travelled out of their local time zone within the past three months or worked night shifts in the last three years. (NHS Choices)
Doctor banned from executions in Mo. now in Ariz. Jul 24, 2008
Doerhoff's signature appears below the flat line of an electrocardiogram tape that recorded Comer's last heartbeats, suggesting that Doerhoff at least monitored the murderer's condition in his final moments ... When told that The Republic had his signature from Comer's electrocardiogram, Corrections officials cited state statutes that protect the identity of Arizona executioners. (AZCentral -- News)
Athlerosclorosis and Heart Health - Sponsored by Crestor - How New Heart-Scanning Technology Could Save Your Life - TIME.com Jul 24, 2008
Her electrocardiogram comes back normal, and blood tests indicate no cardiac damage. With no compelling reason to suspect a heart attack, it's hard to make the case for ordering a cardiac catheterization. (Time.com)
Slowing down to let the moment sink in Jul 23, 2008
Electrocardiogram strips littered the bedside; an intern tried to place a central line in his groin. After 20 minutes the lead resident said: "That's it. Thank you all very much. Time of death 3:15.". (International Herald Tribune -- Health)
Riddle knows when time is of essence Jul 23, 2008
"Now Riddle paramedics can activate actual definitive, lifesaving care for cardiac emergencies while in the field and en route to the hospital." The portable and lightweight HeartStart MRx with Q-CPR combines advanced defibrillation and monitoring technology, including Philips patented SMART Biphasic defibrillation therapy, which lets paramedics restart the heart in the event of cardiac arrest; a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) monitor to measure and record the electrical activity of the... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
HEALTH BLOG: Mental health news and notes Jul 23, 2008
Mental health - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Study: Viagra might help some women. (USA Today -- Money)
Publication recognizes hospital's technology success Jul 23, 2008
UHS also plans to expand HealthSpan modules to include medication administration checking, to implement additional modules for operating rooms and specialty areas and to bring a new electrocardiogram management system online, among other things. "Our current strategic plan calls for us to really leverage technology to support patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance," said Stuart James, chief information officer for UHS.. (The Daily Reflector)
Flexible ECG Patch Extended To Enable Arrhythmia Detection Jul 19, 2008
7, 2007) Postmenopausal women without symptoms of cardiovascular problems who have minor or major abnormalities on an electrocardiogram are at increased risk for future cardiovascular events and death ... 15, 2005) A Michigan hospital has cut in half the time it takes to begin life-saving treatment of heart attack patients by using cell phones to transmit electrocardiograms (ECGs) from the field, according to a ... 18, 2008) Researchers at Mayo Clinic suggest that the established "normal" ranges... (Science Daily)
Mini ECG Gets Heart Attack Rehab Patients Mobile Jul 19, 2008
The Cardiomobile system works by the patient attaching to their chests a mini ECG (electrocardiogram or heart signal) monitor and wearing a cap with a lightweight GPS receiver, both connected to a mobile phone via Bluetooth. "Patients phone in at the start of their scheduled session and then their heart signal, location, speed and gradient are monitored in real-time over the web by a qualified exercise scientist, who guides the patient's program and checks their progress," Dr Worringham said. (Science Daily)
Good news for Cheney in annual medical checkup Jul 14, 2008
Doctors at George Washington University Hospital gave Cheney a physical exam and an electrocardiogram, which is a test that detects and records the electrical activity of the heart, Mitchell said. They also took images of stents that were placed in arteries in the back of his knees when Cheney underwent surgery in September 2005 to repair an arterial aneurysm. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Vice president's health history over the years Jul 13, 2008
At his annual checkup, he also had an electrocardiogram, a test that detects and records the electrical activity of the heart, and imaging of the stents placed in the arteries behind his knees in 2005. Doctors found that Cheney had not experienced any recurrence of atrial fibrillation and the special pacemaker had neither detected nor treated any arrhythmia, a problem with the heartbeat's speed or rhythm. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Cheney's heartbeat normal, doctors say Jul 13, 2008
In addition to the physical exam, he had an electrocardiogram, a test that detects and records the electrical activity of the heart, and imaging of the stents placed in the arteries behind his knees in 2005, she said. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Politics)
URMC, FDA to collaborate on national data repository for heart research Jul 13, 2008
The repository will include thousands of electrocardiogram (ECG) recordings from cardiac patients and healthy volunteers who have worn small devices to monitor their heart activity, usually for hours or days at a time ... The data repository, which will be owned and maintained by URMC, will be called the Telemetric and Holter Electrocardiogram Warehouse, or THEW. An agreement signed by URMC and FDA establishes both parties' intent to work together, under the auspices of a public-private... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Vice President In For Checkup; All's Well Jul 13, 2008
In addition to the exam, he had an electrocardiogram and doctors took images of stents that were placed in the arteries behind his knees in 2005. The 67-year-old vice president has returned to the residence and resumed his normal schedule. (Click2Houston, TX)
Screening For Heart Disorders In Competitive Athletes Would Save Lives Jul 8, 2008
Whether or not to include an electrocardiogram (ECG) as part of pre-screening has been particularly controversial because of concerns over cost-effectiveness and the number of false-positive test results. In America and Europe authorities have recommended a pre-participation evaluation which includes taking a detailed patient and family history as well as a physical examination. (Science Daily)
HEALTH BLOG: Easy to digest nutrition news briefs Jul 8, 2008
Fitness and nutrition - Better Life - USATODAY.com. Kids and cholesterol. (USA Today -- Money)
Invasive Treatment Appears Beneficial For Men And High-risk Women With Certain Coronary Syndromes Jul 5, 2008
Although an invasive strategy is frequently used in patients with unstable angina and non--ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI; a type of heart attack with certain findings on an electrocardiogram), data from some trials suggest that this strategy may not benefit women, with a possible higher risk of death or heart attack, according to background information in the article. "Thus, the benefit of an invasive strategy in women remains unclear. However, individual trials have not... (Science Daily)
Screening Athletes Could Cut Sudden Cardiac Death Risk Jul 5, 2008
THURSDAY, July 3 (HealthDay News) -- Including an electrocardiogram in screenings for heart disorders in competitive athletes would improve detection of those at risk for sudden cardiac death and save lives, say Italian researchers ... In Italy, athletes entering competitive sports also must have two electrocardiograms (ECGs), which measure the electrical activity of the heart. (MEDLINEplus)
Lake City VA Medical Center employees and Columbia County EMS workers recently participated in a practice drill to test their response to treating acute coronary syndrome patients. Drill participants included: Karen Conrey (from left), Darlene Perryman, Brian Eldridge, Frances Pilkington, Theda Pryor, Vick Hein, Dr. Hong Vu, Cookie Chatman-Jackson, Denise Perry, Dr. Brad Guerney, Vicki Boston, Clarence Tucker and Isadore Jones. COURTESY PHOTO Jul 4, 2008
The Columbia County EMS team, consisting of Bob Hampson, Randy Burnham and Vicki Hein did an excellent job with their radio reports and included a 12-Lead electrocardiogram simulator for the drill, said Karen Conrey, Nurse Manager of the Lake City VA Medical Center Emergency Department. The Lake City VA Medical Center is fully accredited by the Society of Chest Pain Centers. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Heart tests for all athletes could save lives Jul 4, 2008
The issue of pre-screening programmes using electrocardiograms is controversial but the findings published in the British Medical Journal suggest that a family history and physical exam may miss many undiagnosed heart problems. "Among people seeking to take part in competitive sports, exercise electrocardiograms can identify those with cardiac abnormalities," Francesco Sofi and colleagues at the Institute of Sports Medicine at the University of Florence wrote ... The study found 1,459 showed... (MSNBC -- Sports)
For Good Health, Don't Ignore an Irregular Heartbeat Jul 3, 2008
The first thing your doctor will do is order an electrocardiogram (ECG) which records the electrical activity in your heart. ECG adhesive patches (electrodes) will be placed on your chest, arms and legs. (Pekin Times, IL)
Mt. Lebanon grad puts heart into service project Jul 3, 2008
Screenings will include an electrocardiogram, body-mass indicator calculation, blood pressure measurement and general health assessment. In addition, there will be CPR classes and automated external defibrillator demonstrations. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Life coach: What you think and feel really does make a difference Jul 2, 2008
Our heart s electrical field (measured by the electrocardiogram) is up to 100 times stronger that the brain s (measured by the electroencephalogram). As you probably well know, our bodies are about 80 percent water. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
You Docs: Learning from Russert's death Jul 1, 2008
" Our response: Everyone over age 10 - even we YOU Docs - has plaque. Plaque is fat stuff that's made harder by inflammation and accumulates in your arterial walls. It shouldn't be there. Lousy LDL cholesterol contributes to plaque, but it's high blood pressure and excess blood sugar that often start the process that causes plaque. But again, the key is that you can't test to health; you have to live to health with your food choices, physical activity, blood pressure readings, even flossing and... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Hidden Areas of Infection in U.S. Hospitals Jun 28, 2008
Examples include blood pressure cuffs, pulse oximetry sensors, and electrocardiogram (ECG) wires. Public awareness of the HAI epidemic is growing, helped by advocacy groups such as the non-profit Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths (RID). (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Qld ambulances first to administer on-site anti-clotting drug Jun 25, 2008
"The drug will be administered after an ECG (electrocardiogram) is performed. The ECG is faxed to an emergency department where a senior doctor will look at the ECG and determine that the drug is given," he said. "The drug is then administered by an intravenous drip. They are very well-trained. "The early results of this work have shown that this is extremely beneficial. (ABC Online)
Drug-Releasing Stents Decrease Repeat Cardiac Procedures Jun 25, 2008
4 percent), but a small decrease in ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI; a certain pattern on an electrocardiogram following a heart attack) existed (2. 4 percent vs. 2. (Newsmax)
Midmark hits growth spurt Jun 23, 2008
Midmark's most popular products include the ECG (Electrocardiogram) in its diagnostic division, a track light monitor in its dental division and anesthesia machinery and specialized exam tables for its veterinary division. The company works with many local suppliers to grow its product line including in Tipp City, in Vandalia and in Dayton. (Dayton Business Journal, OH)
Diagnosis cuts a hockey career short Jun 22, 2008
He said an electrocardiogram and echocardiogram he underwent at the Mayo Clinic revealed his condition. Carle and his father both said they were thankful for NHL doctors who first discovered an abnormality in David's heart. (Anchorage Daily News)
Sudden Death in Myotonic Dystrophy Type 1 Jun 19, 2008
Methods We assessed whether the electrocardiogram (ECG) was useful in predicting sudden death in 406 adult patients with genetically confirmed myotonic dystrophy type 1. A patient was characterized as having a severe abnormality if the ECG had at least one of the following features: rhythm other than sinus, PR interval of 240 msec or more, QRS duration of 120 msec or more, or second-degree or third-degree atrioventricular block. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Tech firms tap into heart market Jun 18, 2008
The chip is specifically designed to run electrocardiogram, or ECG, equipment. Customers buy the chip from Freescale and pay a software-licensing fee to Monebo. (AZCentral -- Business)
Elderly Dementia and Delirium Jun 16, 2008
Additional tests such as a brain CT, electrocardiogram, or chest x-ray may also be required. Treatment and Supportive Care. (Suite101.com)
Russert death shows massive heart attack isn't easy to predict Jun 16, 2008
For instance, a routine stress test, performed using a combination of a treadmill and electrocardiogram, can disclose heart rhythm abnormalities that occur during exercise when blockages prevent the heart's blood supply from meeting its growing demand. Nuclear and ultrasound stress tests produce cloudy images and information on heart function. (USA Today)
ECG Reading May Predict Death, Rehospitalization Risk Jun 12, 2008
TUESDAY, June 10 (HealthDay News) -- Hospitalized heart failure patients who have a longer than normal QRS duration (a measurement of the electrical conducting time of the heart on an electrocardiogram) appear to have a high risk of death or rehospitalization, U.S. researchers report. They analyzed data from 2,962 patients hospitalized for heart failure who had a left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF -- a measure of how well the left ventricle of the heart pumps with each contraction) of 40... (MEDLINEplus)
Taking gorilla health to heart Jun 11, 2008
A recent ultrasound and electrocardiogram showed he was healthy, says veterinarian Doug Whiteside. Gorillas in the wild don't seem to suffer from heart disease, but they are in trouble for different reasons. (Globe and Mail)
Sucking out Clot Debris Helps Heart Attack Patients Jun 7, 2008
All 1,071 people in the trial were given emergency treatment called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for the kind of heart attack formally called ST-elevation myocardial infarction, a term that refers to the pattern traced out by an electrocardiogram. The usual treatment is insertion of a balloon-tipped catheter to reopen the blocked coronary artery. (MEDLINEplus)
Ambulance service blocks use of heart-saving system Jun 5, 2008
It believes 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) machines, used to diagnose patients, should be operated only by highly trained paramedics and that junior staff should not be required to manage cardiac arrest patients for the additional time it takes to transport them to one of the major hospitals. The instructions have angered cardiologists. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Quest PharmaTech Announces Positive Results from Phase I Clinical Trial of its Photodynamic Therapy for Actinic Keratosis Jun 2, 2008
The study parameters employed included physician clinical assessment, patient symptomatic assessment, skin photography, blood chemistry, urinalysis, electrocardiogram and skin biopsy. The study was conducted at clinical sites in Edmonton and Montreal. (Canada Newswire)
Wireless tech sends medical data to doctors Jun 1, 2008
JAMM AQUINO / Paramedic Alan Young, left, hooked up Bryan Cheplic, middle, public information officer for the Honolulu Emergency Services Department, to an electrocardiogram machine yesterday ... Honolulu paramedics used new technology yesterday to help save the life of a heart attack patient, doctors said during a news conference to show off new equipment and software that enables paramedics to wirelessly transmit electrocardiograms to the Queen's Medical Center before the patients arrive at... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Legislature honors county’s paramedics Jun 1, 2008
Martin took quick action to perform Advanced Cardiac Life Support techniques, including electrocardiogram interpretation, establishing an I.V., and administration of epinephrine and atropine, two drugs given to restart the heart. Thanks to the efforts and dedication of Martin a pulse was re-established and a life was saved. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)
Obama's doctor says he's fit to lead May 30, 2008
An electrocardiogram showed no signs of a heart problem. Copyright 2008 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Medication Shows Promise For Patients With Severe Chronic Constipation May 30, 2008
"We conducted electrocardiogram testing during the study and did not find heart rhythm issues, although two of the three patients who withdrew from the study did have symptoms, palpitations and dizziness that may have been attributable to an effect on the cardiovascular system.". Prucalopride is not yet approved for use in the United States or in any other country. (Science Daily)
Obama doctor: Candidate in 'excellent health' May 30, 2008
An electrocardiogram, a measure of heart function, was normal. Scheiner noted Obama's family history of cancer his mother and grandfather both died of the disease and his own history of "intermittent cigarette smoking." Scheiner said that Obama "has quit this practice on several occasions and is currently using Nicorette gum with success.". (USA Today)
Incident shows Taser may have affected heart May 28, 2008
The patient calmed down and another electrocardiogram showed his heart rhythm was normal. . (Reuters)
Taser may have regulated mans heart rhythm May 28, 2008
The patient calmed down and another electrocardiogram showed his heart rhythm was normal ... Richards noted that the patient was not hooked up to the electrocardiogram at the precise moment of being shocked. (MSNBC -- Health)
Know the Warning Signs of Stroke May 26, 2008
By the end of the study, some 30,000 people will have been interviewed and had blood work, an electrocardiogram and a medical evaluation. It's all part of a sweeping effort to understand why blacks and people who live in the southeastern part of the United States -- a region known as the "Stroke Belt" -- suffer higher-than-average rates of death from stroke than whites and people in other regions of the country. (Health-Finder)
The Informers by Juan Gabriel Vasquez May 24, 2008
The doctor ordered new tests, still general ones but more exhaustive, and among them was a test of strength; my father, wearing underpants long and baggy as chaps, first walked then jogged on the treadmill, and then returned to the tiny changing room (in which, he told me, he'd felt like stretching his arms, and, realizing the place was so small he could touch the facing walls with his elbows, suffered a brief attack of claustrophobia), and when he'd just put on his flannel trousers and begun to... (Guardian Unlimited -- Books)
Findings released from 1 of the largest percutaneous coronary intervention trials ever May 24, 2008
In the landmark global trial, bivalirudin was compared to heparin plus GPI in more than 3,600 patients with ST-segment (a specific electrocardiogram wave) elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the most severe form of heart attack ... STEMI involves myocardial injury, as indicated by a significant abnormality on the electrocardiogram (ECG) called ST-segment elevation. (EurekAlert!)
Coughing? Can I See Your DNA, Please? May 16, 2008
He one day envisions that just as an electrocardiogram (EKG), the squiggly lines that trace the electrical activity in the heart, can tell a doctor whether you've had a heart attack, a test could record changes in gene activity and tell doctors how your immune system is doing an immune checkup of sorts. That kind of widespread use for example, the U.S. Department of Defense could use the immune checkup to test for the flu in a submarine crew before a long mission would require faster versions of... (Scientific American)
Novel Insight Into Cardiac Arrhythmias, Sudden Cardiac Death May 12, 2008
LQTS gets its name from a markedly elongated QT interval on an electrocardiogram (ECG). The QT interval corresponds to the time it takes for the heart's lower chambers, or ventricles, to discharge (depolarize) and recharge (repolarize) so that they are ready for a new contraction cycle again. (Science Daily)
Bottom Line: Tests Every Man Should Have May 3, 2008
Electrocardiogram every three or four years, starting at age 40 (earlier if there is a family history of heart disease). Colonoscopy every 10 years - or sigmoidoscopy every five years - starting at age 50 (earlier if there is a family history of colon cancer). (WNBC.com, NY)
Fatigue is more than just plain tired May 2, 2008
X-rays or an electrocardiogram might be used in the investigation. She also does a depression screening for some patients. (CNN -- Health)
ADHD Drug Warnings Apr 23, 2008
If the electrocardiogram turns up trouble, that does not necessarily mean the child should not get ADHD medications, Vetter said. "We would monitor those children more carefully -- start them on lower doses of drugs and see how they do," she said. (KWTX.com, TX)
Cardiac Screening Recommended for Kids Taking Stimulants for ADHD Apr 23, 2008
They include: the taking of a detailed patient and family medical history, particularly regarding heart disease; a full physical exam, including blood pressure and heart beat monitoring; an electrocardiogram (ECG); and a pediatric cardiologist consultation prior to treatment if evidence of heart disease is uncovered. After treatment begins, the AHA said that children should continue to have blood pressure check-ups once every one to three months, as well as routine health check-ups every six to... (MEDLINEplus)
Kids Need EKGs Before ADHD Drugs Apr 23, 2008
(NEW YORK) Children should be screened for heart problems with an electrocardiogram before getting drugs like Ritalin to treat hyperactivity and attention-deficit disorder, the American Heart Association recommended Monday ... "We thought it was reasonable to include the electrocardiogram as a tool for the pediatrician, the psychiatrist so that this would help identify additional children who have heart disease," Vetter said. (Time.com)
Heart exam, EKG recommended before children get ADHD drugs Apr 22, 2008
Children should be screened for heart problems with an electrocardiogram before getting drugs like Ritalin to treat hyperactivity and attention-deficit disorder, the American Heart Association recommended Monday. . (Herald Sun)
New Guidelines Urge Heart Tests Before Kids Apr 22, 2008
Children diagnosed with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder should have a thorough heart work-up, including an electrocardiogram, before taking stimulants such as Ritalin to treat the condition, according to a new recommendation by the American Heart Association. The advice marks the first time a medical-guidelines body in the U.S. has urged wide use of an electrocardiogram, which charts electrical activity in the heart, to screen a presumed healthy population for abnormalities ... An... (Wall Street Journal)
Kids Need Heart Exams Before Taking ADHD Drugs Apr 22, 2008
The American Heart Association called for these children to undergo an electrocardiogram, a test that detects and records the heart's electrical activity, before taking such drugs ... The association's recommendations call for a child to get an electrocardiogram before starting ADHD stimulant medications because the test may identify conditions like heart rhythm abnormalities that can trigger sudden cardiac death ... If the electrocardiogram turns up trouble, that does not necessarily mean the... (Newsmax)
Several eyes soon to focus on CMS athletes hearts Apr 19, 2008
Officials involved with Heart of a Champion Day say what makes these screenings unique is that they will include an electrocardiogram and an echocardiogram diagnostic tools not commonly used during routine health checks for athletes. Both exams look for existing conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a thickening of the heart muscle that causes electrical disruptions and reduced blood flow. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
You’ve Got Mail 04-15-2008 Apr 16, 2008
So the nurse gave Bubba a blood test, a blood pressure test, an electrocardiogram, and told Bubba to take off all his clothes and wait for the doctor. An hour later the doctor came in and found Bubba sitting patiently in the nude and asked Bubba what he had. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
