What is Cardiology?
Cardiology covers the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the heart and blood vessels. India is recognised globally for outstanding cardiac surgery outcomes, including CABG, valve repair and replacement, angioplasty, pacemaker implantation, and electrophysiology — performed at JCI-accredited hospitals by internationally trained cardiac surgeons at 60–70% lower cost than the UK.
Types of Cardiology
Interventional Cardiology
Angioplasty, coronary stenting, and catheter-based procedures to treat blocked heart arteries.
Cardiac Surgery
CABG, valve repair/replacement, and repair of congenital heart defects.
Electrophysiology
Diagnosis and ablation of arrhythmias; pacemaker and ICD implantation.
Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy
Medical and device-based management of reduced heart function.
Congenital Heart Disease
Surgical or catheter correction of structural heart defects in adults and children.
Types of Cardiology Treatments
Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting (PCI)
Opens blocked coronary arteries using a balloon and stent via catheter — no open surgery.
CABG (Bypass Surgery)
Grafting new arteries to bypass blocked coronary vessels and restore blood flow to the heart.
Valve Repair / Replacement
Surgical or transcatheter (TAVI) correction of diseased heart valves.
Pacemaker / ICD Implantation
Device implanted to regulate heart rhythm or prevent sudden cardiac arrest.
Possible Causes
- Coronary Artery Disease: Plaque build-up in coronary arteries is the leading cause of heart attacks and angina.
- Hypertension: Chronically high blood pressure damages the heart muscle and coronary arteries.
- Diabetes & High Cholesterol: Major risk factors that accelerate atherosclerosis and cardiac disease.
- Genetic & Congenital Factors: Family history and structural heart defects present from birth.
Conditions Treated
Common Procedures
Why is Cardiology needed?
- Treat coronary artery disease (blocked heart arteries)
- Repair or replace damaged heart valves
- Manage heart failure, arrhythmias, and cardiomyopathy
- Emergency intervention for heart attack (STEMI/NSTEMI)
- Correct congenital heart defects in adults and children
When should you see a specialist?
- Chest pain, pressure, or tightness — especially on exertion
- Unexplained breathlessness, palpitations, or fainting
- Abnormal ECG or echocardiogram findings
- High cardiovascular risk with multiple risk factors
- Confirmed coronary artery disease requiring intervention
Precautions & Aftercare
- Do not stop cardiac medications (aspirin, beta-blockers, statins) without doctor advice
- Attend cardiac rehabilitation after any cardiac procedure or event
- Follow a heart-healthy diet: low salt, low saturated fat, high fibre
- Exercise moderately under medical guidance
- Monitor blood pressure and weight daily if managing heart failure
- Avoid all tobacco products permanently after cardiac events
Why Choose medmaxcare for Cardiology?
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