The maze procedure, invented by Dr. James Cox, was first performed in 1987. It was originally performed as open heart surgery, an invasive approach that required the patient’s heart to be stopped. Since then, it has evolved as less-invasive techniques have been developed. Today, a growing number of cardiac surgeons are doing maze surgery to […]

During your first trimester, your body will slowly begin to expand in order to make room for your baby. But it will happen so gradually that you may not need to immediately purchase maternity clothes for the office. In fact, there are plenty of stopgap measures you can incorporate before you finally make the transition […]

During your pregnancy, it’s easy to grumble at your loss of balance, expanding body, bouts of constipation, and unshakable fatigue. To be sure, the nine months spent carrying your growing baby poses its share of challenges. But there are plenty of perks you’ll enjoy as you move from trimester to trimester. After you finally welcome […]

Your heart works tirelessly to pump oxygen-rich blood to the rest of your body. Your other organs rely upon this oxygen to perform their jobs effectively. If they are unable to access a sufficient supply, they can suffer damage. There are many conditions that can affect your heart’s

The maze procedure is a surgical technique that is used to treat atrial fibrillation (Afib). There are several variations. Some are performed by making manual incisions into the surface of the atria; the incisions are sewn together to create scar tissue that functions as a conduction block. Alternatively, cardiothoracic surgeons might use an ablation energy […]