Detection of heart tissue abnormalities with Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technology using a magnetic field strength of 3 Tesla (3.0 Tesla), combined with modern software, results in high-resolution MRI images. This enables quality diagnosis of tissue abnormalities, heart muscle, and blood vessels.
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a medical imaging technique used in radiology to form detailed pictures of the inside of your body. It is a non-invasive tool that uses strong magnetic fields, electric field gradients, and radio waves to generate images of the organs in the body. MRI does not involve X-rays and the use of ionizing radiation. The strength of the magnet of the system determines the quality of the imaging possible with the MRI system.
Chest pain appears in many forms, ranging from a sharp stab to a dull ache. Many different problems can cause chest pain. One of the most life-threatening causes is heart attack or myocardial infarction.
In the past, heart or cardiac surgery required heart-lung bypass machine to divert blood vessels from the heart. This process stops your heartbeat resulting in hypoxia and ischemia which affect the functioning of your lungs, kidneys and brain.
Age related, or degenerative valvular heart disease, represents the most common etiology of aortic stenosis in the elderly population. It occurs when the heart's aortic valve narrows. This narrowing prevents the valve from opening fully, which reduces or blocks blood flow from your heart into the main artery to your body and onward to the rest of your body. When the blood flow through the aortic valve is reduced or blocked, your heart needs to work harder to pump blood to your body. Once severe obstruction has developed, death occurs within 3 years unless the aortic valve is replaced.
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, we have the perfect opportunity to show some love to our hearts so they can continue to take care of us in the years to come.
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in Thailand. Coronary artery disease is one of the heart diseases resulting from the buildup of plaque in the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart. Living a healthy lifestyle that incorporates good nutrition, weight management, and getting plenty of physical activities can play a big role in avoiding the disease. Also, knowing the risk factors and symptoms of coronary artery disease can help you detect the problem early
Rheumatic heart disease is a complication of rheumatic fever in which the heart valves have been permanently damaged. Recent clinical researches indicate that the mortality rate from this disease remains up to 1.5 % of all causes of death among Thai population. Typically, rheumatic heart disease does not produce any noticeable signs and symptoms in its early stage.
“Chest pain” might be a warning sign of a heart attack. Not all heart problems come with clear warning signs. Chest pain might happen during daily activities or exercise. Some people may feel tightness, pain, or aching sensation in their chest that may spread to their neck, jaw, or shoulder. Sweating and irregular heart beat might also be signs of a heart attack. If you have any of these symptoms, you should call an ambulance right away.
Everyone is entitled to celebrate, party and enjoy and themselves. But how should you celebrate without harming your health? Here is what to dip, what to sip, and which food you should feel free to pile onto your plate at your next party.
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) is a surgery performed in patients with significant narrowing and blockage of heart arteries. It is best performed in patients with multiple blockages in multiple locations. This can relieve chest pain and prolong life.
Each year in the United States, aortic aneurysm rupture causes 15,000 deaths where 90-95% of patients die before reaching a hospital because of massive blood loss.