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NUCLEAR TESTING SERVICES
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Nuclear Testing Services now offer even more insight in diagnosing and treating heart disease. With an on-site nuclear testing facility, the Heart Institute offers the areas most comprehenssive diagnostic services. Our patients benefit from our skilled, experienced physician staff, and cutting edge technology.
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Nuclear testing can detect cardiac muscle damage or conditions that may lead to damage through injection of a small amount of heart-sensitive radioisotope. The heart is subsequently imaged with a special camera. Images are obtained at rest and after treadmill exercise stress testing. For those patients unable to exercise, the drug Persantine can simulate exercise by increasing the patient heart rate and blood pressure.
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USEFUL LINKS
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The American Heart Association
The official web site of the American Heart Association is an excellent resource for the public and healthcare professionals. It contains practical information about the prevention and treatment of heart disease and stroke including the most up-to-date research on a whole host of heart and vascular related conditions.
www.americanheart.org
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Mended Hearts, Inc.
Mended Hearts is a national nonprofit organization that is affiliated with the American Heart Association. Partnering with hospitals and rehabilitation clinics, this organization offers services to heart patients such as support group meetings, visiting programs and educational forums.
www.mendedhearts.org
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HeartInfo.org
HeartInfo.org is an independent, educational Web site that provides consumers with instructional information and services for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
www.heartinfo.org
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Glossary of Terms Browse our online form directory for important documents and forms relating to your treatment. more
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Treatment Options The Heart Institute offers the latest, most advanced treatment options and procedures to meet your needs. more
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