Interventional Cardiology
Interventional cardiology is a subspeciality of cardiology that unclogs clogged arteries with catheter-based techniques, the department of interventional cardiology at The Dharma Vira Heart Center is well-equipped to provide all the latest procedures.
What We Treat
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Coronary artery disease: The build-up of cholesterol and plaque in the coronary arteries may result in hardening and narrowing of the arteries. As the plaque builds up, the arteries become narrower and there is a decrease in blood flow through the heart and the heart is devoid of nutrients and oxygen.
The symptoms of CAD include angina (chest pain), arm pain or discomfort shortness of breath, and weakness. If left untreated, CAD may lead to heart failure or arrhythmias.
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Transient ischemic attack: Also known as a mini-stroke. It is a short episode of neurological dysfunction due to loss of cerebral blood flow. It lasts only a few minutes and does not cause any permanent damage, but in some cases, it may lead to a stroke.
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Atherosclerosis: The artery walls become thick due to the accumulation of fats, cholesterol, and other substances. Sometimes the build-up can burst to cause a blood clot. Atherosclerosis can cause a heart attack to occur.
