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Dr. Barra O'Briain

Dr. Barra O'Briain

MDCM FCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
Q:

What is genetic screening in pregnancy?

A:

Genetic screening is offered to all women in their pregnancies, however it is not necessary for them to have these tests.The purpose of genetic screening is to see what the numerical risk is for the woman to have a baby with an abnormal chromosomal pattern (low or high).

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Genetic Testing in Pregnancy

Dr. Frank Halperin

Dr. Frank Halperin

MD, FRCPC, FACC
Cardiologist
Kelowna, BC
Q:

What is the connection between atrial fibrillation and strokes?

A:

If you have atrial fibrillation, your risk of stroke is higher than those that have a normal heart rhythm. In atrial fibrillation, the chance of your heart forming blood clots is increased, and blood clots can travel to other parts of your body and cause a stroke. We use medications to prevent the formation of blood clots (by thinning the blood) in patients that have atrial fibrillation so we can reduce the likelihood of a stroke.

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Atrial Fibrillation and the Risk of Stroke

Dr. Daniel Ngui

Dr. Daniel Ngui

BSc (P.T), MD, CFPC, FCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
Q:

What causes COPD?

A:

COPD is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. It is a long-lasting lung disease that can be caused by several factors. Common causes of COPD include smoking and genetic factors. If you think you may have COPD, you should see your family doctor to be assessed.

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What is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

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