Cardiology

Overview

Cardiology is a branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders related to the heart and blood vessels. A heart doctor, also known as a Cardiologist, specialises in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cardiovascular diseases.
The best Cardiologists in India use a variety of diagnostic tools, including electrocardiograms (ECGs), stress tests, echocardiograms, and cardiac catheterization, to diagnose and evaluate cardiovascular diseases. Cardiology treatment options may include lifestyle changes, medications, surgery, or other procedures, such as angioplasty or stenting.
Cardiology services also involve the prevention of heart disease through risk assessment, lifestyle modifications, and management of risk factors, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.

Services

  • Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery
  • Total Arterial Coronary Surgeries
  • CABG – LIMA – RIMA
  • Bentall Procedure
  • ASD Closure, VSD Closure
  • Valvular Surgeries
  • Carotid Surgeries
  • Valve Replacement – Mitral Valve, Aortic Valve
  • TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
  • ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
  • Pacemaker – AICD, CRT-D
  • Complex & Peripheral Angioplasty
  • RFA (Radiofrequency Ablation)
  • Complex Endovascular Intervention
  • Imaging (IVUS and OCT) Assisted Coronary Intervention
  • Advanced Cardiac Diagnostics

Facilities

  • Intensive care units and operation theatres
  • Digital cardiac catheterization, computerised treadmill test, 24-hour Holter monitoring systems.
  • 2D Echo, Colour Doppler, Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
  • Assisted modalities: EP study and RF ablation
  • Heart disease interventions: ASD, VSD, PDA, RSOV devices, etc.
  • Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS)
  • Rotablator
  • Cutting-edge Technology
  • Comprehensive Assessments
  • 24×7 Cardiac Emergency Care with In-house Consultants

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FAQ’S

What is cardiology?

Cardiology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases and conditions related to the heart and blood vessels. Cardiologists specialise in managing various cardiovascular disorders and promoting heart health.

What are some common heart conditions?

Common heart conditions include coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease, and congenital heart defects. These conditions can affect the heart’s structure, function, or blood flow, leading to symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, and fatigue.

What are the risk factors for heart disease?

 Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, smoking, obesity, diabetes, a sedentary lifestyle, family history of heart disease, and age. Managing these risk factors through lifestyle modifications and medical interventions is crucial for heart health.

How are heart conditions diagnosed?

 Cardiologists employ various diagnostic tools such as medical history evaluation, physical examinations, electrocardiograms (ECG/EKG), echocardiograms, stress tests, cardiac catheterization, and imaging studies like CT scans or MRIs to diagnose heart conditions accurately

What treatment options are available for heart conditions?

Treatment options depend on the specific heart condition but may include lifestyle modifications (e.g., diet, exercise), medications, cardiac procedures (e.g., angioplasty, stent placement), pacemaker implantation, heart surgery, or heart transplantation. The treatment plan is tailored to each patient’s needs.

How can I maintain a healthy heart?

Maintaining a healthy heart involves adopting a heart-healthy lifestyle. This includes regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding tobacco use, managing stress, and monitoring and controlling blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.

When should I see a cardiologist?

You should consider seeing a cardiologist if you experience symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, or if you have risk factors for heart disease. Additionally, regular check-ups are recommended for individuals with existing heart conditions or a family history of cardiovascular diseases.

What is the role of preventive cardiology?

Preventive cardiology focuses on reducing the risk of heart disease before it develops or progresses. It involves assessing an individual’s cardiovascular risk factors, implementing lifestyle modifications, and prescribing medications when necessary to prevent heart disease and promote overall heart health.

Can heart disease be prevented?

While certain risk factors for heart disease cannot be changed (e.g., age, family history), many can be modified through lifestyle changes. By adopting a healthy lifestyle, managing risk factors, and seeking appropriate medical care, it is possible to reduce the risk of heart disease and its complications.

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