Fewer than half of donated hearts are ultimately used, researchers said in background notes. One major reason is that there’s ...

When the workload on the heart increases, the ventricular wall may thicken too, known as cardiac hypertrophy. This is an adaptive response that reduces pressure on the heart and maintains the activity ...

After decades of hype and setbacks, scientists have made impressive progress into tricking stem cells into repairing organs.

Imagine looking at thousands of scattered puzzle pieces and trying to guess what picture they create. Without any reference point, it's ...

Scientists have for the first time captured the moment a heart begins to form from embryonic stem cells. In astonishing ...

Our obsession with comfort may be making us sick. As a result, we must explore why facing discomfort head-on could be the key ...

Beyond the heart, the study hints that other transplantable organs could benefit from improved cold storage methods using a simple diuretic.

New research from Ohio State University reveals genetic differences in the heart's natural pacemaker between men and women.

An international team of researchers has discovered how cholesterol can disrupt the internal functioning of the heart by ...

A new study suggests that methylene blue—a medication already approved for several clinical uses—may protect the lungs from ...