By Dr. Viveka Kumar, Principal Director & Chief of Cath Labs (Pan Max), Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi Time is muscle — this isn’t just a phrase; it’s the reality of modern cardiology. In the event of a heart attack, every second counts. The
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Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain one of the leading causes of death globally. Yet, what’s often overlooked is that many of these conditions are largely preventable. By identifying and managing the risk factors early, individuals can dramatically improve their heart health and overall well-being. Key Cardiovascular Risk
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Though snoring is usually regarded as a nuisance, have you considered the fact that it may indicate some underlying concern? Sleep apnea, a disorder that marks the repeated stopping and starting of one’s breath during sleep, is more than just losing sleep at night. It also
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The human heart is one of the most fascinating organs in the body as it is constantly in motion to keep us alive. When our heart starts to develop problems like cardiomyopathy, this extraordinary function can be compromised. Cardiomyopathy refers to the heart muscle disease that
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There are two terms that get used interchangeably when it comes to heart emergencies — heart attack and cardiac arrest. Both are serious and potentially life-threatening, but they are not the same. Knowing the difference can help you act more quickly in an emergency — potentially saving a life.
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Heart health is a lifelong commitment, and the right measures at each stage can help lower the risk for cardiovascular diseases significantly. Our heart requires different things as we get older, and it is important to work towards personalized strategies which keep it strong and healthy. But from
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Heart attack is referred to as a myocardial infarction, this health complication comes into being when a part of heart muscles is deprived of blood flow due to a blockage. This blockage has the potential to harm or destroy heart tissues. If prompt action is not
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Coronary Artery Disease is one of the more prevalent heart ailments with millions of people affected globally. It occurs when the coronary arteries that are meant to supply oxygen to the heart muscle become narrowed or ‘blocked’ due to the excess presence of plaque. This progression
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A Brief Overview of TAVI: The Next Step in Aortic Stenosis Treatment TAVR, or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement, is a recent advancement in medicine that allows physicians to treat heart valve disorders without having to conduct open heart surgery. Recently, TAVI has garnered great interest among
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Even today, people continue to die from heart disease. It is essential to consider the risk factors for cardiovascular disease in order to prevent it. Some people may ignore specific symptoms that do not seem connected to a cardiovascular illness and overlook them. The best cardiologists
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