Importance of heart health screenings - types & why it is important

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Interventional Cardiologist Apollo Hospitals,
Indore
Dr. Sarita Rao is a Sr. Interventional
Cardiologist at Apollo Hospitals, Indore. She is
the first female Interventional Cardiologist in
Central India. She is Fellow of American College
of Cardiology(FACC) and Fellow of European
Society of Cardiology(FESC)
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Importance of heart health screenings - types
why it is important
It's no secret that heart disease is a leading
cause of death worldwide, and it doesn't just
strike the heart. Heart failure, stroke, renal
disease, and artery disease can all be avoided
with early identification. The vitality of
Cardiovascular Screening The phrase "heart
disease" represents various conditions affecting
the cardiovascular system. It's common practice
to use the terms "heart disease" and
"cardiovascular disease" interchangeably. Disorde
rs in the blood vessels that supply the heart and
other important organs are the root of this
disease, a top global killer. Early detection and
treatment can prevent complications like heart
failure, stroke, and kidney disease. Why is
cardiovascular screening important?
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Lifestyle factors such as smoking, lack of
exercise, and poor nutrition are the root causes
of cardiovascular disease and lead to early
tissue damage. Obesity, hypertension, and
diabetes are just high-risk conditions that might
emerge.
Those at risk for future heart disease, stroke,
and other serious organ problems can be
identified by screening. Also, it identifies
those who have risk factors for cardiovascular
disease that are reversible and can be changed to
lower their risk.

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Categories of Examinations
In the context of adult preventive care, regular
cardiac screenings are crucial. Your doctor will
probably recommend that you begin attending
frequent screenings sometime after age 20 and
possibly sooner. Further testing may be
recommended if your screening findings indicate
you have heart disease or are at high risk for
developing heart disease. The best time to start
testing and how often you should test depends on
your family history. Regular health
examinations The following heart health checks
are recommended by doctors regardless of a
patient's family history of cardiovascular
disease-

• Most people should begin getting their blood
  pressure and cholesterol checked at age 20 and
  their blood glucose checked at age 4045.

• Your doctor may recommend beginning these checks
  earlier than the recommended age range if you
  have certain risk factors for heart disease or
  strong family history.

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They might also request tests for
high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP).
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a sign of
inflammation or infection and has been linked to
an increased risk of heart attack, which is
measured by this test. Extracardiac
evaluations If your physician has reason to
suspect heart disease, they may order one or more
of the following diagnostic procedures-  Electro
cardiography - Sticky, little electrodes are
placed on your chest and connected to
electrocardiogram (ECG) equipment. The electrical
activity of your heart is monitored and recorded
by this device, which then displays this data to
you. Physical exertion for a heart stress
test.- You'll have to stick some electrodes to
your chest and hook up to an ECG machine. Then, a
medical practitioner will observe your heart's
reaction to exercise by having you walk, run, or
ride on a treadmill or stationary
bike. Echocardiography.- To diagnose issues with
the heart's pumping function and evaluate the
heart valves, a medical practitioner uses an
ultrasound machine to capture moving images of
the heart. This may be done both before and after
you exercise or take specific medications to see
how your heart reacts to stress.
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Analysis of nuclear stress.- In this procedure, a
small amount of radioactive dye is put into your
bloodstream and follows your blood to your heart.
Medical professionals can examine your heart's
blood flow by taking images of it at rest and
after physical activity. CT calcium scoring of
the heart.- Electrodes are placed on your chest,
and you lie beneath a CT scanner to capture your
heart's electrical activity. Medical
professionals can examine your heart and detect
plaque in your coronary arteries by using CT
scans to make images of your organ.
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Coronary CT angiography (CTA).- Another similar
test involves lying on a CT scanner with
electrodes attached to your chest so a doctor may
record your heart's activity and develop images
of your heart from the CT scan's photos. Plaque
buildup in the coronary arteries can be better
seen after a contrast dye injection into the
bloodstream. Diagnostic coronary angiography
performed by catheter. - Catheters are thin tubes
placed into an artery in the groin or arm and
guided to the heart. To determine if coronary
arteries are obstructed or constricted, contrast
dye is administered through the catheter, and
X-rays of the heart are taken. If your doctor
gives you a diagnosis of heart disease, they may
suggest using several different treatment
approaches.
Dr. Sarita Rao is considered one of the Best
Cardiologist in Madhya Pradesh and provides Heart
Disease treatment at Apollo Hospitals, Indore. If
you are looking for Best Cardiologist in Indore,
then visit Apollo Hospitals now. Call us now
for appointment 91 9893925000 or visit online at
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