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Heart Failure

Our team of renowned cardiologists and surgeons diagnose and treat over hundreds of adults and children every year. With some of the most advanced Heart failure management equipment present at your disposal, Medica Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata strives to comprehensively treat such types of complicated cases.

Our doctors are also skilled in treating such cases through surgery or other procedures to implant cardiac devices. Heart failure surgery or other procedures may include:

  • Heart valve repair or replacement
  • Bypass Surgery
  • Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT)
  • Ventricular assist devices (VADs)
  • Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs)
  • Heart transplant

Medica Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata is one of the few hospitals known for its team of interventional cardiologists as well. Our doctors specialize in performing ‘minimally-invasive’ heart surgeries that allows for most of our patients who are unable to undergo the conventional form of surgical treatment to get cured. They are able to recover completely while beating many complications of the open form of surgery through this form of medical procedure where only a small incision is required to do the surgery.

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What is Heart Failure?

It is a long-term condition in which the heart does not pump blood as efficiently as it should. Heart failure can occur when the heart cannot adequately pump (systole) or fill (diastol). Shortness of breath, fatigue, swollen legs, and a rapid heartbeat are all symptoms. Treatment options include eating less salt, drinking less fluid, and taking prescription medication. A defibrillator or pacemaker may be implanted in some cases.

According to estimates, India has at least 1 crore heart failure sufferers

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Signs and Symptoms of Heart Failure

In India, the estimated prevalence of Heart failure is about 1% of the population, or about 8–10 million people. The changes in lifestyle, dietary and physical habits is costing us our heart’s health. One must understand that Heart failure can be an ongoing (chronic) condition or it can develop suddenly (acutely). So, the signs and symptoms of heart failure may include:

  • Shortness of breath during physical activity or when lying down Weakness and fatigue
  • Legs, ankles, and feet swelling
  • A fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Exercise capacity has been reduced
  • Coughing or wheezing that is persistent, with white or pink blood-tinged mucus
  • Swelling of the abdomen (abdomen)
  • Rapid weight gain due to fluid retention
  • nauseousness and a loss of appetite
  • Difficulty concentrating or a loss of alertness
  • If heart failure is caused by a heart attack, you may experience chest pain
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How is Heart Failure Treated?

Heart failure is a chronic disease that must be managed for the rest of one’s life. However, with treatment, heart failure symptoms and signs can improve, and the heart can sometimes become stronger.

Doctors can sometimes treat the underlying cause of heart failure and thus cure it. Repairing a heart valve or controlling a fast heart rhythm, for example, may be able to reverse heart failure. However, for the majority of people, treating heart failure entails a combination of the appropriate medications and, in some cases, the use of devices that assist the heart in beating and contracting properly.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Most heart attacks are characterized by pain in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes – or it may go away and then return. It may feel like pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain. It is always suggested to speak with an expert who can correctly diagnose the pain you are experiencing.

Medica Hospital has a comprehensive diagnostic & emergency unit to support the treatment of such kinds of emergency cases. We also have specialized 24×7 ambulance services available across locations around Kolkata to bring in such patients.

Not really. Blood pressure does not accurately predict a heart attack. A heart attack can cause an increase or decrease in blood pressure, but a change in blood pressure reading does not always indicate a heart problem. Instead, consider your overall symptoms when determining the severity of a heart attack.

No, the name of this condition can be perplexing but having a heart failure doesn’t mean that your heart has stopped beating. What’s really going on is that your heart isn’t pumping blood as efficiently as it should. Your heart’s chambers may respond by stretching to carry more blood through your body.

This is no doubt a serious medical condition that needs immediate medical attention and intervention. Medica Superspecialty Hospital, Kolkata is one of Kolkata’s most premier centers for proper treatment of such kinds of cases.

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