Cardiac procedures are a study in teamwork. Whether inserting a stent, implanting a pacemaker or performing corrective surgery, a team of professionals, each with a different set of skills, works in unison to achieve the best possible outcome for the patient. “These are very much multidisciplinary...
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Cardiac arrest is a sudden loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness, usually caused by disruptions to the normal electrical activity within the heart. This leads to a complete collapse and usually requires emergency measures in order to prevent death. Often, people who experience sudden...
Survival rates for cardiac arrest outside of a hospital setting are poor. Only about 5% of people survive, though encouraging people to get trained in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the placement of defibrillators in public places like sports and recreation facilities have improved the...
Our research program is very patient focused. In general we have two criteria when considering starting a new project. Firstly, is there an important clinical research question to be answered? Secondly, does our group have the necessary experience, skills, resources and collaborations to be able to...
Tending to a sick loved one can be fulfilling, and it can bring deep satisfaction to a caregiver.
This patient guide describes the cardiac catheterization and angioplasty procedures and explains: the risks and benefits how to prepare the recovery process Download the guide Cardiac Catheterization and Angioplasty (PDF) More Information See our Cardiac Catheterization and Angioplasty pages for...
The Cardiac Clinic for Kawasaki Disease at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) specializes in the ongoing cardiac care and treatment of adult patients who experienced heart complications because of Kawasaki disease when they were a child. The clinic works closely with the Children's...
A nurse, medical radiation technologist, or doctor will explain the test and, if necessary, have you sign an informed consent form. This form may be required before the scan can be performed. This is a good time for you to ask any additional questions you may have. A low heart rate is necessary to...
Our goal at the clinic is to: Look after aspects of patients’ health associated with their device Provide ongoing follow-up of the device Provide patient and family education about the device Doctors and nurses with specialized training in the treatment and care of patients with an implantable...
The heart is more than just a muscle. A complex electrical system drives the heart’s chambers to contract in a coordinated rhythm, pushing blood out to every cell in the body. When the system is damaged by heart disease, short circuits can result, causing dangerous disturbances in heart rhythm...
Heart failure is the new epidemic in chronic cardiovascular disease. It will affect one in five Canadians over their lifetime. The one-year mortality of heart failure is at 34%. Our research is focused on the causes and treatment of heart failure from bench to bedside. With support from CIHR, Genome...
Cardiac imaging enables physicians to rule out or validate evidence of coronary artery disease and provide early, effective treatments for patients. A variety of imaging methods are used at the Heart Institute. Each has advantages and helps physicians understand how best to treat aspects of heart...
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute’s Cardiac Imaging Department successfully completed an accreditation audit from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The IAC programs for accreditation are dedicated to ensuring quality patient care and promoting healthcare, and they support one...
The Cardiac Imaging Resources Core Lab (CIRCL) was established in conjunction with the Canadian Atherosclerosis Imaging Network (CAIN), supported by Canada Foundation for Innovation and Canadian Institutes of Health Research funding support. The core boasts state-of-the-art multimodality clinical...
Upon check-in, you will be given a screening form asking you about anything that might create a health risk or interfere with imaging. An MRI technologist will review this form with you prior to starting the test. You will not be able to wear anything metallic or bring any metallic objects into the...
The Cardiac Neuromuscular Clinic at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) specializes in the ongoing cardiac care and treatment of adult patients with neuromuscular disorders, as these patients may also experience heart disease. The clinic works closely with the Ottawa Neuromuscular Centre...
Neuromuscular disorders represent a heterogeneous group of genetic abnormalities affecting the normal function of nerve and muscle. The age of onset is variable and clinical presentations depend on the type of condition. Symptoms can include muscle pain, weakness, and spasms. Some conditions can...
We will review the pathophysiology, the diagnosis, and the treatments for a patient with heart failure. We will also review the management of advanced heart failure.
The goal of our research is to develop, advance and evaluate new and established imaging methods that will enable early, accurate, less invasive and cost-effective diagnosis of cardiovascular disease in order to optimize management for improved patient care and outcomes. The Molecular Function and...