Cardiology

UHN team performs Canadian- first adult cardiac procedure

In a Canadian-first procedure, a surgical team at UHN’s Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) has eliminated an adult patient’s irregular heartbeat – arrhythmia – by accessing the heart through a vein in the liver. The procedure, known as a trans-hepatic approach, was performed earlier this...

Enhanced Cardiovascular Care — VIRTUES

Enrollment has commenced for a groundbreaking national study that will help revolutionize cardiovascular care. Anyone who has or may have a cardiovascular condition is welcome to participate. “VIRTUES equips healthcare providers with the up-to-date medical information about each patient, offering specific recommendations and various options to ensure...

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