April 18, 2025

Decoding the Connection Between Stress & Heart Health

While stress is indeed a natural protective response, chronic stress represents a significant risk factor for long-term heart health complications, contributing directly to heart disease. While stress alone may not directly cause heart attacks, its physiological effects—such as inflammation, high blood pressure, and unhealthy coping mechanisms—significantly raise cardiovascular risks. Interventional cardiologists warn that your body’s […]

April 10, 2025

by Dr. Karthigesan

Electrical Cardioversion for Arrhythmia

Abnormal heartbeats or arrhythmias are a concern for heart health. They arise from disruptions in the heart’s intricate electrical signalling system. While doctors may resort to medications as the first line of defence, this approach may not consistently deliver the desired results. That’s when doctors opt for electrical cardioversion—a promising technique that helps reset the […]

March 28, 2025

by Dr. Karthigesan

How To Prevent Heart Disease After Menopause: A Detailed Guide

Maintaining heart health becomes particularly crucial after menopause, as women face higher cardiovascular risk compared to their premenopausal years. This shift is primarily due to the decline of natural oestrogen during menopause, a hormone that helps regulate cholesterol and keeps blood vessels flexible. While menopause itself does not directly cause heart disease, it triggers physiological […]

March 14, 2025

by Dr. Karthigesan

Catheter Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation

Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart condition characterised by an irregular rhythm caused by faulty electrical signals. In AFib, the upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly, sending uncoordinated signals to the lower chambers (ventricles). Catheter ablation targets these faulty signals using minor burns or freezes to correct the heart's electrical pathways. This procedure helps restore a […]

February 21, 2025

by Dr. Karthigesan

Stents: When Your Arteries Need a Lifeline

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) can be highly daunting and even deadly, but stents have changed the medical game and made a big difference in improving heart health. This medical device plays a crucial role in restoring sufficient blood flow. It considerably reduces the risk of heart attacks and is typically recommended when blockages in an […]

February 13, 2025

by Dr. Karthigesan

Heart Trouble: Symptoms You Should Not Overlook

Heart diseases pose serious health risks worldwide for individuals over 50 with a family history of cardiovascular issues. Yet, the signs do not always stand out. Besides the usual chest discomfort, many quiet and often overlooked indicators exist. This can delay identifying and treating the problem, harming one's well-being. Spotting these hidden signs of heart […]

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