May 4, 2022 · Dilated cardiomyopathy is a type of heart muscle disease that causes the heart chambers (ventricles) to thin and stretch, growing larger. It typically starts in the heart's main pumping chamber …

Jan 25, 2025 · Eye dilation is part of a comprehensive eye exam. How often you need it depends on your age and health risks.

Nov 6, 2024 · Hydronephrosis is swelling of one or both kidneys. It happens when urine can't drain from a kidney and builds up in the kidney as a result. The condition can be due to a blockage in the tubes …

May 4, 2022 · Treatment of dilated cardiomyopathy depends on the causes. The goals of treatment are to reduce symptoms, improve blood flow and prevent further heart damage. Dilated cardiomyopathy …

Sep 5, 2025 · Mammary duct ectasia happens when one or more milk ducts beneath the nipple becomes wider. This is called a dilated milk duct. The duct may fill with fluid and become blocked or …

Apr 18, 2025 · Diagnosis Thoracic aortic aneurysms often don't have symptoms. So they can be hard to diagnose. They are often found when an imaging test is done for a different reason. If you have a …

Jul 23, 2024 · Labor is a natural process. Here's what to expect during the stages of labor and birth — along with some tips to make labor more comfortable.

Nov 27, 2024 · Overview Aortic root surgery is a treatment for an enlarged section of the aorta, also called an aortic aneurysm. The aorta is the large blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the …

Jul 23, 2024 · Do you know the typical signs of labor? Understand the changes your body will go through as you prepare to give birth.

Learn more about services at Mayo Clinic. Cervical effacement and dilation During the first stage of labor, the cervix opens. The medical term for this is dilation. The cervix also thins out. The medical …