Thallium-201 stress test
An x-ray study that follows the path of radioactive potassium carried by the blood into heart muscle. Damaged or dead muscle can be defined, as can the extent of narrowing in an artery.
Treatment
Talking Treatments
These are psychological treatments in which improvement in a person’s symptoms or wellbeing is achieved by talking with a therapist or counsellor rather than, or as well as, taking medication.
Suction
Mechanical removal of mucous from the nose, throat or endotracheal tube with a plastic tube.