Renal Denervation is a minimally invasive procedure done to help hypertension (high blood pressure) in cases where it is unreactive to other treatments. Renal denervation is based on the principle that our autonomic nervous system plays an important role in blood pressure regulation. These autonomic nerves fibers are found in abundance around the renal (kidney) […]
A pacemaker can be defined as a small battery-powered device, that is implanted beneath the skin’s surface to help regulate one’s heartbeat. This is commonly used in those patients having irregularities in their heartbeat (especially a slow rhythm). A pacemaker consists of two major parts – the pulse generator, and the leads. The pulse generator
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Coronary artery calcification is a condition wherein the coronary arteries experience a build up of calcium deposits, which cause several cardiovascular risks. There are two types of coronary artery calcification known today – intimal and medial. Intimal refers to when calcium deposits in the innermost layer of the coronary arteries, while medial refers to when
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Coronary artery bypass surgery is a procedure done to help improve blood flow in the heart, by creating a new pathway for the blood around the blocked artery. The procedure involves extracting a healthy blood vessel from another part of the body to create the new pathway in the heart.Coronary artery bypass surgery can help
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Coronary angioplasty is a procedure done to help open up clogged arteries. It is most commonly done after a coronary angiogram. It is commonly done in cases wherein the clogged arteries don’t get better with preexisting treatments/medications, or when chest pain seems to get worse with time. However, angioplasty is not a procedure that can
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24-48 hour ECG monitoring is a simple investigative procedure done to record the heart’s activity over the period of 1-2 days and look for any discrepancies. It is done using a device known as Holter monitor, which acts a portable ECG monitor. If you suffer from palpitation, arrhythmia, fainting episodes or black outs, a more
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Diabetes is a condition wherein insulin production in the body is inadequate, leading to an exponential increase in blood sugar levels. Diabetes can affect anyone at any age, and if not managed early on, can lead to further medical complications including heart diseases, nerve damage, and eye issues.There are various types of diabetes known today,
Hyperlipidemia, or high cholesterol, is a condition wherein there is an excess amount of lipids or fats in the bloodstream. Cholesterol is a naturally occurring substance in our body, as well as something we get from the foods we eat. However, there are different types of cholesterols, out of which some are essential and some
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High blood pressure is a very common condition wherein the force of the blood passing through the arteries is extremely high, as the heart works harder to pump blood. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can be classified into two different categories, namely, primary and secondary hypertension.Primary hypertension is the most commonly occurring type of high
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Coronary artery calcification is a condition in which calcium deposits build up in the arteries. This often happens when you’ve had plaque build up in your coronary arteries for a few years. If left untreated, coronary calcification can lead to severe medical complications, including heart attacks and failures.A coronary artery calcification can be identified and
