Doctors at the University of Miami are using a newly approved device to make risky repairs to damaged hearts without surgery. Carl Alessi, 63, of Hutchinson Island, Florida was rushed to UM Hospital ...

Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PCTA) is a surgical procedure to treat heart disease. It involves inserting a small balloon into the arteries to manage blockages or restore blood flow. A person ...

Bile duct stents that stay in too long may cause complications. Experts differ on how long a bile duct stent should stay in, but most suggest removing or replacing it every 3 to 6 months. This can ...