Do you know, our heart beats about 2.5 billion times over an average lifetime?
Do we realize, it pushes millions of gallons of blood to every part of our body?
Heart pumps blood supplying oxygen, fuel, hormones, multiple compounds and a host of essential cells to all parts of our body. It also whisks away the waste products of metabolism. When the heart stops, essential functions fail and some almost instantly.
Given the heart's never-ending workload, it's a wonder it performs so well, for so long, for so many people. But it can also fail, brought down by a poor diet and lack of exercise, smoking, infection, unlucky genes and more. A key problem is atherosclerosis. This is the accumulation of pockets of cholesterol- rich gunk inside the arteries. These pockets, called plaque, can limit blood flow through arteries that nourish the heart the coronary arteries and other arteries throughout the body. When a plaque breaks apart, it can cause a heart attack or stroke. A healthy lifestyle, especially when started at a young age, goes a long way to preventing cardiovascular disease. Lifestyle changes and medications can nip heart-harming trends, like high blood pressure or high cholesterol, in the bud before they cause damage.
There are multiple ways by which we can diagnose the condition of our heart, identify potential problems and proactively manage its health. A variety of medications, operations and devices can help support the heart, if damage occurs.
We offer expert cardiac care providing round the clock cardiologist availability and access to inhouse catheterization laboratory, all the time. Our Consultants are highly experienced in performing variety and thousands of cardiac interventional procedures and surgeries, advise you of the most appropriate treatment option to achieve the best possible outcome.
In commemoration of world heart day, we are conducting a healthy heart camp inside premises, for all age groups, offering a wonderful opportunity to evaluate the condition of your heart at a very affordable price.
Heart problems mostly doesn't present with clear warning signs. At least never as in cinemas like an alarming clutch in chest followed by a fall to floor. Some of these conditions are silent-you wouldn't know you have a problem unless you are tested. But there are symptoms you should never ignore that could indicate a cardiac problem. Such as,
Dr.Kamakshi Memorial Hospitals is renowned for its extremely high standards in all aspects of healthcare. You can be assured that you are being treated in one of the best hospitals in the world with state-of-the-art facilities, skilled experts and dedicated staff.
No.1, Radial Road, Pallikaranai,
Chennai – 600 100, Tamil Nadu, India
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