video: Atrial fibrillation, or AFib , is the most common heart rhythm problem, affecting millions of Americans and greatly increasing their risk of stroke and heart failure. For some with AFib, a ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Can you provide any tips for dealing with ''jackhammer'' esophageal spasms? Eleven months ago, I had my first attack of these dreadfully painful spasms, which lasted for about 30 ...

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--An oral presentation at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions examined recent reporting rates of esophageal injury after left atrial ablation for the treatment ...

Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola, Fla., has announced it is now offering Barrett’s esophagus, according to a news release. The outpatient procedure that usually takes less than 30 minutes uses ...

Experiencing chest pain can be alarming. But what does it mean if you feel pain in your chest when you swallow? Several conditions can cause chest pain while swallowing. Other symptoms are often ...

Dear Dr. Roach: My husband has been diagnosed with a lipoma that is between his heart and esophagus. It is approximately 4 inches by 6 inches in size. The surgeon said he has never seen one in this ...

Dear Dr. Roach: Can you provide any tips for dealing with “jackhammer” esophageal spasms? Eleven months ago, I had my first attack of these dreadfully painful spasms, which lasted for about 30 minutes ...