Understanding Heart Disease: Causes, Types, and Treatment Options at Vimut Hospital

2023-06-15 11:00:57


Heart disease is one of the most popular diseases that we often think will only occur in the elderly. but who knows today Thai people of approx. 30 year, then began to suffer from heart disease In addition to internal factors such as heredity and congenital abnormalities External factors are just as bad. And make young people have to be careful with heart disease.

What exactly is heart disease?

“We can classify heart disease in different ways depending on whether it is considered pathologically. malfunction or according to the type of disease Dr. Saranpong Pibalyat, cardiologist specialist Cardiovascular Center Wimut Hospital Said, “The most common type is heart failure. Angina arrhythmia congenital heart disease and hereditary (congenital) arrhythmias, valvular heart disease Artery disease, etc., which can be seen that there are many types of heart disease and difficult to classify for general people to understand. The best way is for a specialist to perform a diagnosis in order to identify the disease correctly.”

Dr. Saranpong Pibalyat, cardiologist specialist Cardiovascular Center Wimut Hospital

The situation of heart disease in Thailand is becoming more worrisome. Statistics of Vimut Hospital show thatHeart disease is the leading cause of death. 1 of Thai people every year On average, more than a year 70,000 The simplest idea is almost an hour. 7 ever!

“Most of the patients who come to the Cardiology Clinic at Wimut are between the ages of 30 and 65 years old and are diagnosed with chronic coronary artery disease and arrhythmias. including high blood pressure Followed by chronic heart failure and severe valvular heart disease.” Dr. Saranpong Pibalyat said, “Due to the complexity of heart disease mentioned above Therefore, we should always observe ourselves, for example, if there is a palpitation. Fast heartbeat or stumble Until it seems to pass out or faint or have chest pain should hurry to check as soon as possible For people who wear smart watches, they find that their heart beats faster than 120 beats per minute, even when they are still and not exercising. It is considered abnormal and requires urgent medical attention as well.”

Stressed easily, is it really a risk of heart disease?

“True, because research data indicates that People who are stressed have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Whether it is a direct way from high blood pressure to coronary artery disease or indirectly from obesity and sleep disorders which can affect heart disease.” Dr. Ratcharath Paweenapong, a cardiologist specializing in Cardiovascular Center Wimut Hospital said, “Especially Broken heart Syndrome (Takotsubo Cardiomyopathy), which is directly related to stress. believed to be caused by hormones Catecholamine increasing rapidly makes the contraction of the heart worse It must be treated by using drugs along with correcting the cause of stress.”

Dr. Ratcharath Paweenapong, a cardiologist specializing in Cardiovascular Center Wimut Hospital

For people who often experience blackouts or fainting, there are many reasons. But the most important and dangerous causes are heart disease and brain disease. “Heart attack symptoms include heart arrhythmias. Acute coronary syndrome, etc. Patients often have angina. shortness of breath or rapid heartbeat before the blackout As for the blackout from brain disease Patients may experience severe headaches, limb weakness, distorted mouth, slurred speech, vomiting, convulsions, and urine or feces may be poured out as well. Dr. Racharath Paweenapong Giving advice on “how to give first aid to someone who has blackouts If the patient can respond Lie down and raise your legs high. Loosen clothing and belts. use inhaler or fan to help But if the patient is unresponsive or not breathing Immediately perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and ask for help, call 1669 immediately.”

Current guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease

Patients should see a doctor for an accurate diagnosis of heart disease in order to receive appropriate treatment. Vimut Hospital has a heart and vascular center equipped with modern examination equipment such as an ECG machine. high frequency resonator Treadmill Blood plaque detector Computed tomography, etc., including various procedures, including coronary artery catheterization and balloon insertion. insertion of a device to close the heart wall insertion of a pacemaker to cardiovascular surgery for the most effective and precise treatment All of which are operated by a team of specialists and specialists working together from many departments. So that patients can be assured of safety and receive the best treatment results.

People who suspect that they may have a heart condition or other symptoms related to it For more information, please contact the Cardiovascular Center. Vimut Hospital, call 02-079-0042 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily, or follow news, activities and good promotions from Vimut Hospital on the website. www.vimut.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/vimuthospital Instagram: vimut_hospital Line: @vimuthospital or contact Tel.



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