Consultation cardiology
- Which diseases are treated by the cardiologist?
- How to prepare the consultation
- What happens during the consultation
1. Which diseases are treated by the cardiologist?
Cardiovascular diseases are one of the major causes of death among patients in industrialized countries and their incidence is increasing in developing countries.
The cardiologist activity is based on more and more specific tests and he has an effective therapeutic arsenal to treat patients optimally.
In Western countries, the most common cardiovascular disease is the coronary artery disease, responsible for angina pectoris or myocardial infarction. In Sub-Saharan Africa, stroke (AVC) and myocardial infarction are primarily the result of hypertension.
Major cardiovascular diseases
Coronary disease (arteries of the heart) |
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Diseases of the heart muscle |
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Diseases of the heart valves |
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Diseases of the pericardium |
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Diseases of heart rate or cardiac conduction |
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Vessel diseases |
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Other diseases |
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2. How to prepare the consultation
Consultation in cardiology is usually offered by your doctor or may be recommended as part of a routine assessment.
In preparation for the consultation in cardiology at the Cabinet Medical Cardice, it is necessary to gather information concerning personal details, the medical treatment usually followed and drug history.
Personal details |
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Past Medical History |
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Others information |
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3. What happens during the consultation
The consultation always starts with an anamnesis (taking history) followed by a clinical examination and if necessary, by carrying out specialized tests such as electrocardiogram, echocardiography, stess test, the 24 hours Holter ECG, ambulant monitoring of blood pressure (MAP).
When appropriate, the cardiologist may have to offer other tests in hospital such as cardiac catheterization, coronary angiography or electrophysiology study. These reviews may eventually lead to a therapeutic (coronary angioplasty, electrophysiological ablation, placement of a pace-maker ...)
The cardiologist writes a consultation report and sents it to your doctor.