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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)

What is Coronary Artery Disease?

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is a chronic condition where plaque buildup in the coronary arteries narrows or blocks blood flow to the heart. This reduces oxygen supply, leading to chest pain, heart attacks, or heart failure. CAD is the leading cause of death globally and is often linked to lifestyle habits, genetics, and underlying health conditions.

Why Choose Aster Hospitals for Treatment?

Aster Hospitals provide advanced cardiac care with expert cardiologist, interventional procedures, and cutting-edge treatments. Their multidisciplinary approach includes coronary angioplasty, bypass surgery, and preventive care to improve heart health and reduce complications. Aster ensures personalized treatment plans, state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities, and 24/7 emergency cardiac care for patients with CAD.

Coronary Artery Disease Symptoms

  • Angina (Chest Pain): A squeezing or burning sensation, worsened by activity.
  • Shortness of Breath: Due to reduced oxygen supply to the heart.
  • Fatigue & Dizziness: Caused by poor circulation.
  • Irregular Heartbeat: Sign of inadequate blood flow.
  • Heart Attack: Severe chest pain, sweating, nausea, and unconsciousness.

Coronary Artery Disease Clinical Features

  • Stable Angina: Chest pain triggered by exertion, relieved by rest.
  • Unstable Angina: Persistent chest pain, increasing risk of heart attack.
  • Silent Ischemia: No noticeable symptoms but detected via tests.

Coronary Artery Disease Diagnosis

It is diagnosed by a cardiologist.

  • Electrocardiogram (ECG): Identifies heart rhythm abnormalities.
  • Echocardiography: Evaluates heart function and blood flow.
  • Coronary Angiography: Uses contrast dye to detect artery blockages.
  • CT Angiogram: Provides detailed imaging of coronary arteries.
  • Stress Test: Assesses heart function under exertion.

Coronary Artery Disease treatment

1. Medications for CAD

  • Statins & Antiplatelets: Reduce cholesterol and prevent clotting.
  • Beta-Blockers & ACE Inhibitors: Lower blood pressure and strain on the heart.
  • Nitrates: Relieve chest pain by dilating arteries.

2. Interventional Procedures

  • Coronary Angioplasty & Stenting: Opens blocked arteries with a small stent.
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG): Creates a new path for blood flow.

3. Lifestyle Changes & Prevention

  • Healthy Diet: Low in saturated fats and rich in omega-3s.
  • Regular Exercise: Improves circulation and heart strength.

FAQ's

Want to find out more about the treatment? The answer to your questions can be found below.

What are the warning signs of coronary artery disease?

Symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, and fatigue, often worsening with exertion and improving with rest.

What are the treatment options for coronary artery disease?

Treatment includes medications, lifestyle changes, angioplasty, stent placement, or bypass surgery, depending on disease severity and patient condition.

What is the survival rate for coronary artery disease?

Survival depends on early detection, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to treatment, with modern interventions significantly improving long-term outcomes.

How is coronary artery disease diagnosed?

A cardiologist diagnoses CAD which involves ECG, echocardiography, stress tests, coronary angiography, and CT scans to assess heart function and detect artery blockages.

Can coronary artery disease be prevented?

Yes, through a heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking, managing blood pressure and cholesterol, and reducing stress levels. Regular monitoring of the disease should be done by a cardiologist.

What is the survival rate for coronary artery disease?

What is the survival rate for coronary artery disease?

Survival depends on early detection, lifestyle modifications, and adherence to treatment, with modern interventions significantly improving long-term outcomes.

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Can coronary artery disease be prevented?

Can coronary artery disease be prevented?

Yes, through a heart-healthy diet, regular exercise, avoiding smoking, managing blood pressure and cholesterol, and reducing stress levels. Regular monitoring of the disease should be done by a cardiologist.

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What are the treatment options for coronary artery disease?

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How is coronary artery disease diagnosed?

How is coronary artery disease diagnosed?

A cardiologist diagnoses CAD which involves ECG, echocardiography, stress tests, coronary angiography, and CT scans to assess heart function and detect artery blockages.

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What are the warning signs of coronary artery disease?

Symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, and fatigue, often worsening with exertion and improving with rest.

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