#CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE:

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Coronary Artery Disease

-- results in interruption of blood flow that causes atherosclerosis

-- atherosclerosis can result in ischemia or infarction

-- inflammation attracts low-density lipoproteins and binds them

-- macrophages evelope the core of the lipoproteins and become foam cells

-- these foam cells form the fatty streaks seen in early atherosclerosis

-- the area enlarges with more low-density lipoproteins, macrophages, platelets, and smooth muscle fibers

-- these accumulate under the intima

-- the vessel narrows

-- this narrowing causes reduced blood flow and higher blood pressure in the small coronary arteries

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Evolving Heart Arteries

A study of coronary artery development in mammals, birds, amphibians and fish reveals how these major blood vessels evolved and thus highlights possible novel animal models to study coronary artery disease

Read the published research paper here

Image from work by Kaoru Mizukami and colleagues

Department of Physiological Chemistry and Metabolism, Graduate School of Medicine, The University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

Image originally published with a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

Published in eLife, August 2023

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Main Causes of Heart Disease

Heart Disease

Heart disease is a term used to describe any condition that affects the structure or function of the heart. Most people consider heart disease to be a single sickness. Heart disease is a group of conditions with many underlying causes. Heart diseases are a broad category of ailments that affect the heart.

Vascular diseases, such as coronary artery disease, are examples of heart problems.

irregular heartbeat or heart attack.

Heart problems that you are born with are known as congenital heart defects.

a disease that affects the heart muscle.

damaged heart valves

Causes of Heart Disease

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What exactly is coronary artery disease?

Coronary artery disease (CAD), also known as coronary heart disease, occurs when the coronary arteries become too narrow or when cholesterol deposits form in the walls. The coronary arteries are the blood vessels that supply the heart with oxygen and blood.

CAD develops when cholesterol deposits on the artery walls, forming plaques. These plaques narrow the arteries, reducing blood flow to the heart, or they can cause inflammation and hardening of the blood vessel walls. A clot can occasionally obstruct blood flow, causing serious health issues.

Coronary arteries are a network of blood vessels on the surface of the heart that supply oxygen to the organ. If these arteries narrow, the heart may not receive enough oxygen and nutrients.

Particularly during physical activity, oxygen-rich blood is required.

Symptoms Coronary artery disease

Angina can be caused by CAD. This is a type of chest pain that is associated with heart disease. Angina can cause the following sensations in the chest:

squeezing pressure

Heaviness

Tightening

Burning

Aching

Angina may also result in the following symptoms:

indigestion

Heartburn

Weakness

Sweating

Nausea

Cramping

Dizziness

Uneasiness

Shortness of breath can also be caused by CAD. Any form of exertion can become very tiring if the heart and other organs do not receive enough oxygen, which may cause a person to pant for air. At rest, a ruptured plaque can cause shortness of breath.

Complications Coronary artery disease

A heart attack occurs when the heart muscle is deprived of blood or oxygen, as when a blood clot forms in one of the coronary arteries.

Coronary thrombosis is the formation of a blood clot. If the clot is large enough, it can completely block the supply of blood to the heart through that blood vessel.

Heart attack symptoms include:

Discomfort in the chest

Coughing dizziness mild to severe chest pain

Breathing difficulties, a grey pallor in the face, and general discomfort

Panic

Vomiting and nausea

Restlessness

Clammy sweating skin

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Coronary Heart Disease Treatment in Pune

Protect your heart health with Ayurvedic treatment for coronary heart disease at Priya Veda in Pune. Our holistic approach aims to improve cardiovascular function, reduce risk factors, and promote heart health naturally. Experience personalized care, dietary guidance, and stress management techniques for a healthy heart in Pune.

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Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery in India

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting, more commonly known as CABG surgery. This surgical procedure stands as a beacon of hope for individuals suffering from severe coronary heart disease. This helps in improving the flow of blood and is one of the services offered at Dania Medicare Solutions.

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New AI model detects medications that should not be used together

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A multifaceted approach was devised by MIT and other researchers to determine the transporters that are utilized by various medications. Their method, which combines machine learning algorithms with tissue models, has already shown that a blood thinner and a routinely prescribed antibiotic may conflict with one another.

Read more at MIT News

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Best Home Remedies for Heart Disease

Home remedies are suggested to manage irregular chest pain caused by digestive issues or muscle tension. Accurate heart pain may be caused by angina, a serious condition that ensues when blood flow is reduced to your heart. If you’re experiencing heart pain and you’ve been diagnosed with angina, take any treatment medications as instructed by your doctor.

The following changes can help anyone who wants to improve heart health:

1. Quit smoking: Quitting smoking is hard. But you know that it's important to quit, and one of the most significant reasons is that it's linked to heart illness. 

2. Maintain a healthy weight: Obesity raises your risk of heart disease, specifically as you approach middle age.

3. Manage stress: Ongoing stress can play a role in higher blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease. 

4. Garlic: Has a strong smell, yet it can elevate the taste of your dishes. It also helps in heart attack prevention. 

5. Regular exercise: Helps make your heart stronger and more efficient at pumping blood, which lowers the pressure in your arteries.

6. Control your Blood Pressure: Control your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. If one or both of these are high, your doctor can specify changes to your diet and medications.

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What is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?

Did you know that the prevalence of CAD in Indians is 21.4% for diabetics and 11% for non-diabetics? In addition, CAD is more prevalent in urban areas than rural ones. Medical experts from the best cardiology hospital in Nagercoil exclaim that cardiovascular diseases are one of the leading causes of mortality in India, CAD is one of them after a heart attack. Let us understand what is CAD, its causes, and its warning signs.

What is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)? 

CAD is a type of heart disease where the arteries can’t supply oxygen-rich blood to the heart. 

This occurs due to the plaque buildup that blocks one or more of the coronary arteries, leading to heart attack, cardiac arrest, and other complications. CAD is also referred to as coronary heart disease (CHD) and ischemic heart disease. 

Types of Coronary Artery Disease

CAD can be broadly classified into two categories:

Stable Ischemic Heart Disease

This is a chronic form of CAD where the arteries gradually narrow over the years. The patient may feel some symptoms as the heart receives less oxygen-rich blood.

Acute Coronary Syndrome

The second type of CAD is a medical emergency where the plaque in the artery suddenly ruptures, forming a blood clot that restricts blood flow to the heart. This may cause a heart attack too.

What are the signs of Coronary Artery Disease?

Our experienced cardiologist at Ponjesly Hospital, one of the best heart hospital in nagercoil, identifies chest pain or angina as the primary symptom of CAD. The symptoms of CAD often go unrecognized due to which it is also termed as ‘silent killer’. Below mentioned are the signs and symptoms of CAD:

Tightness in the middle of the chest or on the left

Shortness of breath

Feeling tired all the time

Heart attack that goes unnoticed

What are the causes of Coronary Artery Disease?

Our team of proficient cardiologists mention Atherosclerosis as the underlying cause of CAD. Atherosclerosis occurs when a waxy substance or plaque builds up on the walls of arteries. Over time, the plaque narrows down your coronary arteries resulting in coronary artery disease. Patients with plaque buildup in their coronary arteries often have buildup in other parts of their body, too. 

Risk Factors of Coronary Artery Disease

While some of the risk factors can be controlled through lifestyle changes, some can’t.

Some of the risk factors include:

As one age, the risk of CAD also increases

A family history of cardiovascular diseases imposes a greater risk for CAD

Lack of physical activity

Poor lifestyle habits

High blood pressure and cholesterol

Preventive Measures to Reduce the Risk of CAD

The following preventive measures can not only mitigate the chances of CAD but also help you lead an active and healthy lifestyle.

Eat balanced diet

Quit smoking and drinking

Keep an eye on your diabetes and blood pressure

Maintain healthy weight

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