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Cardiac arrest: why do women survive less than men?
Statistics reveal a great injustice: when suffering cardiac arrest, women are half as likely to survive as men. This observation is linked in particular to perceptions, but it is not inevitable. Alarming figures It’s a chilling statistic: in cases of cardiac arrest occurring outside of a hospital, women are twice as likely to die as…
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Cardiovascular system
What is the cardiovascular system? The cardiovascular system, also known as the circulatory system, comprises the heart and blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries). It is essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body’s organs and cells, as well as helping to eliminate waste products from the body, such as carbon dioxide (CO₂). Components…
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The electrical activity of the heart
What is the electrical conduction system? The heart functions thanks to an internal electrical system that ensures perfect coordination of the heartbeats. The heart’s electrical conduction system is a network of specialized cells that produce and transmit electrical impulses throughout the heart. This electrical activity triggers regular contractions of the heart, allowing blood to circulate…
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How does the heart work?
Cardiac anatomy Structure The heart is a vital organ divided into four distinct chambers, each with a specific role: the right and left atria and the right and left ventricles. The left atrium receives oxygen-rich blood from the lungs via the pulmonary veins. This blood is then sent to the left ventricle, which expels oxygenated…
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