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Your Genetics and Lipoprotein (a) Oct 1st, 2024

Lipoprotein (a), often abbreviated as Lp(a), is a type of lipoprotein in the blood that consists of cholesterol, fats, and a specific protein called apolipoprotein (a). It is similar to low-density lipoprotein (LDL), but with an additional apolipoprotein (a) attached. High levels of Lp(a) are associated with an increased risk...

The Watchman Device Oct 1st, 2024

The Watchman is a medical device used to reduce the risk of stroke in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder. It is a small, implantable device designed to occlude or seal off the left atrial appendage, a small pouch in the heart where blood clots...