Cardiology
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Cardiology
1. Cardiology Overview
Chellaram Hospital Diabetes Care and Multispeciality is known to provide comprehensive diabetes care
to patients for the last 8 years. It is a well-known fact that over time, high blood glucose from diabetes
can damage your blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart and blood vessels. The longer you
have diabetes, the higher the chances that you will develop heart disease. People with diabetes tend to
develop heart disease at a younger age than people without diabetes.
Chellaram hospital Cardiac Department provides end-to end cardiac care, comprising Interventional
Cardiology, Non Interventional Cardiology and Intensive Cardiac Care Unit.
– What is Cardiology?
Cardiology is a branch of surgery that deals with diagnosing and treating ailments related to the heart.
Cardiology also covers the treatment of disorders in the cardiovascular system, including coronary
circulation, which refers to processing oxygen and nutrients in the body. An ailment of the heart is a
highly sensitive issue that needs to be handled consciously and meticulously.
Our endeavours as the best cardiology hospital in Pune involves managing premium care for specific
cardiovascular diseases such as :
● Narrowed arteries in the heart and weakened heart valves
● Heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation
● Heart failure and transplant
● Congenital heart diseases such as ventricular or atrial septal defect
Chellaram Hospital Cardiac Department provides end-to-end cardiac care, comprising Interventional
Cardiology, Non-Interventional Cardiology and Intensive Cardiac Care Unit.
– When to see a Cardiologist?
Cardiologists are specialized doctors that offer targeted treatment towards cardiac care. They have a
broad knowledge about various problems leading to heart disease such as high cholesterol, high blood
pressure, blood vessel disorders, etc.
– What is involved in Cardiology Treatment?
Cardiac treatment is dependent on the type and intensity of heart disease the patient is suffering from.
But the broad areas of cardiac care involve:
● Surgeries and medical procedures
● Medications
● Lifestyle changes: in low-risk cases, the cardiologist might recommend constant monitoring of
the heart disease and suggesting various lifestyle changes such as:
● eating a low-fat and low-sodium diet
● Limiting alcohol intake
● Quitting smoking
● Moderate exercising
2. Causes of Cardiac Diseases
Heart diseases are either congenital(by birth) or are attributed to a build-up of fatty deposits inside
arteries, increasing the risk of blood clots in the heart. Certain coronary diseases are also related to
various organ diseases such as the brain, kidneys or ears that cause damage to the arteries. The risk of
cardiovascular diseases is also related to ethnic background, family history and comorbid conditions
such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and high cholesterol. Lately, the prevalence of
cardiovascular diseases, especially in younger age groups, is due to various lifestyle changes such as lack
of activity, smoking, unhealthy diet and sedentary behaviour.
3. Symptoms
You are more likely to suffer from coronary ailments if you have diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure
or high cholesterol. It is best to be aware and take appropriate preventive measures if you witness any
of the symptoms such as:
● Chest pain or pressure (especially during activity)
● Shortness of breath
● Feeling faint
● Feeling dizzy
● Excessive and unexplained sweating
● Pain in the shoulders, jaw, and left arm
● Nausea
Ensure that you consult the best cardiologists in Pune if you have any of the above symptoms.
4. Diagnosis of Cardiac Diseases
Diagnosis of cardiac diseases involves Cardiologists examining the patient and taking family and medical
history. Based on the doctor’s prescribed course of action, some of the tests to diagnose heart diseases
include:
● Blood test
● Chest X-ray
● Electrocardiogram
● Echocardiogram
● CT scan (cardiac computerized tomography scan)
● Stress test
● Holter monitoring
● Cardiac catheterization
● Cardiac MRI (Magnetic resonance imaging)
Chellaram Hospital has advanced state of the art facilities to support effective monitoring and diagnosis
of coronary diseases.
5. Preventions of Cardiac Diseases
Heart disease is preventable, and one can improve their heart health by making the following lifestyle
changes:
● Quit smoking
● Keep your blood sugar level under control
● Check your cholesterol
● Maintain a healthy weight
● Reduce stress levels
● Improve your diet
● Limit your alcohol intake
● Control your blood pressure
● Exercise regularly
6. Cardiology/Cardiac/Heart Treatments Includes
Specialized Cardiology Unit
The outpatient cardiology department provides an all-inclusive programme for the management of
heart disease including prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.
The coronary-risk health packages enable individuals to detect their cardiac ailment at an early
stage and thus save themselves from a major cardiac trauma. The department comprises the state-
of-the-art equipment for conducting investigations like ECG, 2-dimensional echocardiography, stress
test and holter monitoring.
Our cardiology team comprises highly qualified cardiologists who perform all cardiac interventions
as per international standards and protocols.
We focus on a holistic approach towards managing the patient’s cardiac illness with the expertise of
a team composed of the cardiologists, technicians, physiotherapists, nutritionists and a counsellor.
The treatment involves innovativeness as well as traditional cardiology procedures to ensure better
recovery.
The hospital has a highly equipped cardiac ambulance managed by trained doctors for the
transportation of the patients during emergencies.
7. Why Chellaram Hospital is Best for Cardiology Treatment
The department of cardiology is well equipped with the ultra-modern Siemens Artis Zee Floor cardiac
cath lab. The department offers most specialized and modern cardiac care treatments. Our team of
eminent cardiologists along with the intensive care specialists and highly trained nursing team offer a
patient centric and comprehensive approach towards the patient care.
The round the clock availability of skilled cardiac and intensive care specialists have helped us in saving
lives of patients within the golden hour. The golden hour treatment plan ensures a minimum time of 15-
30 min from the arrival to the casualty to the wheel-in into the cath lab.
The centre provides an all-inclusive programme for the management of heart diseases, be it
Angiography, Angioplasty, peripheral angiography and embolization treatments for vascular disease.
Our experts have performed more than 500 angioplasties.
The centre is supported by
● The State of Art advanced Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
● Intra-aortic balloon pump device
● Stress Test, 2 D Echo,
● 24 hr. Holter monitoring
8. FAQ’s
What does a Cardiologist do?
A cardiologist is responsible for diagnosing, assessing and treating patients having complex heart
diseases and other ailments related to the cardiovascular system. The cardiologists will evaluate your
medical history and study-related symptoms to diagnose the nature of the disease and provide
treatment plans. As the best cardiology hospital in Pune, we ensure that our patient is provided quality
treatment and post-operative follow-up care to lead a healthier and active life.
What are the signs of a bad heart?
You are more prone to heart diseases if you are overweight, diabetic or suffering from high cholesterol
or high blood pressure.
Chest discomfort, heartburn, stomach pain, nausea, jaw pain, drowsiness, sweating, fatigue, bloating,
indigestion and getting exhausted easily are some of the signs you should be careful about as these
symptoms could be related to heart diseases.
Consult the best cardiologists in Pune at the earliest if you witness one or more symptoms for prompt
treatment.
What does heart blockage feel like?
Heart blockage is when the heart beats irregularly due to a delay or obstruction along the pathway. A
heart block affects the body's circulatory system by making it difficult for the heart to pump blood.
Some of the symptoms that a person having a heart block is likely to witness are shortness of breath,
severe chest pain, fainting, palpitations, sweating, and difficulty in exercising.
What diseases does a Cardiologist treat?
Cardiologists manage patients having heart conditions and ailments such as arrhythmias(irregular
heartbeat), cardiomyopathy, hole in the heart, angina, heart failure and heart attacks. They also treat
diseases related to the arteries, such as atherosclerosis and arthritis) and diseases related to the blood
vessels.
Does a Cardiologist treat high blood pressure?
Many cardiothoracic problems are related to high blood pressure. Cardiologists are experts in
knowledge prevention, diagnosis and treatment of ailments related to heart and blood vessels. Usually,
high blood pressure is referred to the cardiologist when it is difficult to control and likely to cause
further ailments.
Will a Cardiologist treat anxiety?
Anxiety causes increased heart rate, higher blood pressure and decreased heart rate variability, which
correlates with the risk factors of cardiac diseases. On observing any panic attack or post-traumatic
stress disorder symptoms in the patient, a cardiologist will refer him for treatment of anxiety disorder.
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