A stress test is performed to evaluate the heart's response to exercise and to diagnose or evaluate various heart conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart rhythm disorders, and the effectiveness of previous treatments. Book appointment
How should I prepare for a stress test?
Your healthcare provider will provide specific instructions on how to prepare for your stress test. This may include avoiding certain medications, fasting for some time before the test, wearing comfortable clothing and shoes, and discussing any concerns or questions you have with your healthcare provider. Book appointment
How long does ABPM monitoring last?
ABPM monitoring typically lasts for 24 hours, during which the device records blood pressure readings at regular intervals throughout the day and night. After the monitoring period, the device is returned to the healthcare provider for analysis and interpretation of the results. Book appointment
What are the benefits of ABPM?
The benefits of ABPM include providing a more accurate assessment of blood pressure patterns over a 24-hour period, identifying white coat hypertension or masked hypertension, guiding treatment decisions, and assessing the effectiveness of blood pressure medications Book appointment
How should I prepare for Holter Monitoring?
Your healthcare provider will provide specific instructions on how to prepare for Holter Monitoring. This may include avoiding applying lotions or creams to the chest area before attaching the electrodes, as well as keeping a diary of symptoms and activities during the monitoring period. Book appointment
How is Holter Monitoring performed?
During Holter Monitoring, small electrodes are attached to the chest, which are connected to a portable Holter monitor worn on a belt or shoulder strap. The monitor continuously records the heart's electrical activity as the individual goes about their normal daily activities for the duration of the monitoring period. Book appointment
How is Angioplasty different from bypass surgery?
Angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that widens narrowed arteries using a balloon and may involve placing a stent, while bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass grafting or CABG) involves creating new routes for blood flow by grafting blood vessels from other parts of the body to bypass blocked arteries Book appointment
What is recovery like after angioplasty?
Recovery after angioplasty is usually quick, and most patients can return to normal activities within a few days to a week after the procedure. Your healthcare provider may recommend lifestyle changes, medications, and cardiac rehabilitation to support recovery and prevent future heart problems. Book appointment
What is Coronary Angiography?
Coronary Angiography is a medical procedure used to visualize the coronary arteries, the blood vessels that supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. It involves injecting a contrast dye into the arteries and taking X-ray images (angiograms) to assess the presence of blockages, narrowing, or other abnormalities. Book appointment
Can Coronary Angiography detect all types of heart problems?
Coronary Angiography is primarily used to visualize the coronary arteries and detect blockages or narrowing caused by coronary artery disease. While it can identify significant coronary artery blockages, it may not detect other types of heart problems, such as heart valve disorders or heart muscle abnormalities. Book appointment
How is device closure performed?
During a device closure procedure, a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel, typically in the groin, and guided to the heart under X-ray guidance. Once in position, the device, often made of mesh or other biocompatible materials, is deployed to close the defect, eliminating the abnormal flow of blood. Book appointment
What conditions are treated with peripheral interventions?
Peripheral interventions are used to treat a wide range of conditions, including peripheral artery disease (PAD), which causes narrowing or blockages in the arteries due to atherosclerosis, as well as other vascular conditions such as peripheral arterial aneurysms, arterial stenosis, and arteriovenous malformations. Book appointment
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