How Coronary Artery Disease Develops: Causes and Risk Factors
What is Coronary Artery Disease? Coronary artery disease is a heart condition. It happens when the blood vessels that supply your heart become narrow or blocked. Because of this, your heart may not get enough oxygen-rich blood. Over time, this can lead to chest pain, heart attacks, or other serious problems. According to the World […]
Left Ventricular Hypertrophy: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is Left Ventricular Hypertrophy? Left ventricular hypertrophy, or LVH, means the muscle wall of your heart’s left lower chamber becomes thick. This thickening can make it harder for your heart to pump blood. As a result, your heart may work less efficiently. Over time, LVH can increase the risk of heart problems. According to […]
Understanding Mitral Valve Repair: A Simple Guide
Your heart has four valves that ensure blood flows in the right direction. One of these is the mitral valve, located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart. This valve can sometimes become damaged due to various conditions, causing problems like blood leaking backward or not flowing properly. When this happens, mitral […]
Revolutionizing Cardiac Care: Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL)
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, demanding innovative treatments that offer safety, efficacy, and better patient outcomes. Among the most promising advancements is Intravascular Lithotripsy (IVL), a revolutionary approach for patients with coronary artery disease characterized by calcified artery blockages. Calcification in the coronary arteries complicates standard treatments like angioplasty […]
Understanding Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
It is also known as coronary angioplasty. It is a medical procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries in the heart. This is usually done by putting a thin tube with a deflated balloon into the clogged artery and then inflating the balloon to compress the plaque buildup, thus widening the artery, and […]
Coronary Angioplasty: An Effective Treatment Option for Heart Diseases
What is Coronary Angioplasty? Types of Coronary Angioplasty 2 main types: Your doctor will discuss the treatment options and decide which is the best for you. Indications for Coronary Angioplasty Coronary Angioplasty: How to Prepare? Note Coronary Angioplasty: What to Expect? Your doctor will After Coronary Angioplasty: When to Call Your Doctor? Inform your doctor […]