Author: icardio

Prevention

The Challenges of Cardiovascular Prevention

Preventing cardiovascular disease remains one of the greatest challenges.Despite the well-established benefits of healthy eating, regular physical activity, quitting smoking, and maintaining a healthy weight, it is often difficult to stick to these good habits over the long term.

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Coronary heart diseases

The Psychological Impact of a Heart Attack – When to Worry and Seek Help

After a heart attack, angioplasty, or heart surgery, it’s normal to experience intense emotions such as sadness, fear, or anxiety — but if these difficulties persist, it’s important to seek psychological support. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness; it’s a vital step toward healing and preventing complications like post-heart attack depression.

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Arrhythmia

Sudden Cardiac Death

Sudden cardiac death strikes without warning, often in people with no prior symptoms. In most cases, it occurs outside a hospital and leads to death within minutes if no rapid intervention is provided.

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Coronary heart diseases

Triglycerides and Heart Disease

Often less well-known than cholesterol, triglycerides are another type of fat found in the blood. When too high, they may play a role in heart disease. Learn how they work, how they might affect your arteries, and what can be done to keep them under control.

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Exams

Calcium Score (Cardiac CT Scan)

This cardiac scan, done without contrast injection, measures calcium in the heart’s arteries. It’s simple, quick, and requires no preparation. It helps estimate the risk of heart attack or angina over the next 5 to 10 years and can guide further testing if needed.

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Valvular & cardiovascular diseases

Ascending Aortic Aneurysm

An ascending aortic aneurysm is often discovered by chance, without any symptoms. Yet if it tears or ruptures, the consequences can be severe, even fatal. The key is to regularly monitor the aneurysm’s progression to know when to intervene in time. Careful surveillance and a well-planned surgical decision often help avoid an emergency and increase the chances of a successful outcome.

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Arrhythmia

At Home with a New Pacemaker

Returning home after pacemaker implantation can be a source of anxiety, making it important to understand the necessary daily precautions, warning signs to watch for, and temporary limitations related to activities such as driving or physical exercise, while also distinguishing myths from facts about potential interactions with electronic or mechanical devices.

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