Dr. Ashray V, Consultant at the Emergency Medicine department at Aster Whitefield Hospital, explains what a heart attack is, its symptoms, and how it is treated. A heart attack is a disruption of blood supply to a part of the heart muscle. This can cause severe chest pain, sweating, nausea, vomiting, and pain radiating to the left shoulder or wrist. In some cases, the pain can radiate to the back, neck, or even cause fainting.

Percutaneous Coronary Intervention

Early treatment is crucial for a heart attack patient. Ideally, the patient should receive Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) within 90 minutes of the onset of symptoms. This can help prevent further damage to the heart muscle and improve the chances of survival. Aster Whitefield Hospital's Emergency Department is equipped to handle any kind of emergency.

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