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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) / Ischemic Heart Disease
Expert diagnosis and advanced treatment pathways for coronary artery disease (cad) / ischemic heart disease, prioritized for your recovery.
CONSULT A SPECIALISTCoronary Artery Disease (CAD) / Ischemic Heart Disease
Understanding Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) / Ischemic Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), also known as Ischemic Heart Disease, occurs when the coronary arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup (atherosclerosis). Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, heart attacks, and long-term heart damage.
Introduction
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), also known as Ischemic Heart Disease, occurs when the coronary arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup (atherosclerosis). Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle can cause chest pain, shortness of breath, heart attacks, and long-term heart damage.
Common Symptoms
- Chest pain or pressure (angina)
- Shortness of breath during activity
- Fatigue and reduced exercise tolerance
- Pain radiating to arm, jaw, neck, or back
- Sweating, nausea, or dizziness during cardiac events
Treatment Options
- Lifestyle modification and cardiac rehabilitation
- Blood pressure and cholesterol control
- Antiplatelet and heart-protective medications
- Angioplasty with stent placement
- Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery
Recovery & Outlook
With early diagnosis, medications, lifestyle changes, and timely intervention, many patients can lead active lives. Long-term follow-up is important to prevent future cardiac events.
