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Gastro esophageal reflux disease
Gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a more serious form of gastro esophageal reflux (GER), which is common. GER occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) opens spontaneously, for varying periods of time, or does not close properly and stomach contents rise up into the esophagus.
Prevention of heart disease
Heart disease is the one of the leading cause of death in men and women. The modifiable risk factors are the key in preventing heart disease. Avoid heart problems in the future by adopting a healthy lifestyle today.
Screening of heart disease
In many patients, the first symptom of coronary artery disease is heart attack or sudden death, with no preceding chest pain as a warning. Screening tests are of particular importance for patients with risk factors for coronary heart disease. The gold standard for coronary artery disease is coronary angiogram, used to identify the exact location of disease, anatomical details and the severity of disease.
Congestive Heart Failure
Congestive heart failure is a condition in which the heart's function as a pump to deliver oxygen rich blood to the body is inadequate to meet the body's demand. Congestive heart failure can be caused by weakness or stiffening of heart muscles
Diagnosis of heart attacks
ECG is the most important tool in initial evaluation of myocardial infarct. The most specific and sensitive cardiac enzyme is troponin T and. 2D- echo gives more information on left and right ventricular functional status. Coronary angiography is the investigation of choice in the patients with myocardial infarction.