Love Your Heart

August 19, 2025

Growth of ECMO: Advanced Life Support and Other Devices

When a heart is weak after a heart attack, cardiac arrest or surgery, mechanical circulatory support (MCS) can help the heart function while it heals or assist patients long-term. Cleveland Clinic experts discuss MCS devices, specifically the Impella percutaneous left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).

August 12, 2025

New Trials to Reduce LDL Cholesterol

A recent clinical trial has shown exciting results for a new combination pill that could help people at high risk for heart disease. This pill combines two medications that work together to lower LDL cholesterol. Steven Nissen, MD, and Ashish Sarraju, MD, explain how this new treatment compares to existing options and why it might be a game-changer for people who struggle to reach healthy cholesterol levels, even with current medications.

August 5, 2025

Ask the Heart Doctor: Aortic Aneurysm Treatment & Surgery

The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm. Learn more about living with thoracic aortic disease, including risk factors, when to plan for surgery and the latest treatment advances.

July 29, 2025

Ask the Heart Doctor: Aortic Aneurysm Diagnosis & Prevention

The aorta is the large blood vessel that moves blood from the heart through the rest of the body. Sometimes, genetic conditions, heart valve and blood vessel diseases or lifestyle choices can cause a bulge in the aorta, called an aortic aneurysm. A panel of heart experts will explain causes, diagnosis and treatments for thoracic aortic disease, also known as aortic disease, that occurs within the chest.