Balloon mitral valvotomy is a minimally invasive procedure done by a cardiologist for severe mitral stenosis. Once upon a time, the only option available to patients with mitral stenosis was heart surgery. Fortunately, physicians now have another treatment option that has proven to be less invasive than surgery and just as effective: balloon mitral valvotomy …
The advent of TAVR (transcatheter aortic valve replacement) in Hyderabad has revolutionized the treatment of severe aortic stenosis, which may lead to heart failure and even death if left untreated. In aortic stenosis, the aortic valve gets narrowed by scar tissue due to damage from inflammation or degeneration, making it harder for the heart to …
When you’re facing heart stent surgery or heart stent operation, the last thing you want to think about is how much it will cost you. However, the price of heart stent surgery can really add up, and it’s important to know ahead of time how much each phase of your treatment will cost you. Most …
Dr. Malleswara Rao has served heart patients in Hyderabad, Telangana area, for over ten years and is one of the most well-respected cardiologists in the region. He received his medical degree from top schools, including NIMS, Hyderabad. He completed his studies at many prestigious hospitals in Hyderabad, including NIMS, where he was the topper for …
A CT coronary angiogram is a diagnostic imaging test that uses X-rays to create an image of your coronary arteries. The coronary arteries are the blood vessels that supply oxygenated blood to the heart muscle itself. Because coronary artery disease (also known as CAD) can lead to myocardial infarction, heart failure, and death, it is …
CT Coronary Calcium Score Test For The Heart: Introduction The CT coronary calcium score test measures the amount of calcium that’s present in your arteries. A low coronary calcium score on a CT scan can significantly decrease your risk of heart attack or death, according to a study by the American Heart Association. A …
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A coronary angiogram, also known as an angiogram or cardiac catheterization, is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure used to diagnose the extent of coronary artery disease and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment options. The cost of a coronary angiogram test in Hyderabad, India varies depending on whether you’re being treated by private or government hospitals …
A transesophageal echocardiogram test or TEE test is done using an echo probe passed via the mouth and throat into the esophagus. The transesophageal echocardiogram test takes a continuous picture of the heart while it beats, which is then transferred to a monitor that is close by. The esophagus is the food pipe connecting the …
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The troponin blood test checks your blood sample for the presence of troponin, indicating if you have had or are at risk of heart damage or a heart attack. The troponin blood test can show up as normal or abnormal, and the results will depend on several factors, including the type of troponin, how long …
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Introduction: What is a Myocardial Infarction or heart attack? Heart disease is on the rise due to an increase in our population’s risk factors such as diabetes, obesity, hypertension (high blood pressure), high cholesterol, lack of physical activity, smoking, etc. A myocardial infarction (MI) is caused by a complete blockage of an artery to …
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