The cardiologists at Aster Hospitals offer minimally invasive angioplasty procedures for treating acute myocardial infarction. The procedure involves restoring the blood flow and minimizing the damage to the heart muscle. The skilled cardiologists at Aster Hospitals have successfully improved outcomes in the patients of acute myocardial infarction through angioplasty.
Myocardial infarction (MI), also known as heart attack, has become a significant global health concern in the past few decades. In India, the prevalence of MI is 64.37 per 1000 men aged 29 to 69 years.
Myocardial infarction is the permanent destruction of the heart muscles. It happens due to prolonged oxygen deprivation, known as ischemia. It leads to blood clots by obstructing blood flow, resulting in a medical emergency. Thus, immediate intervention is essential, as delays can lead to more severe consequences.
Myocardial infarction treatment has advanced significantly in the past few decades. With early diagnosis, treatment, and better management, mortality rates of MI have decreased. In patients with acute myocardial infarction, the prime goal is to restore antegrade coronary blood flow in the damaged artery. The two ways to restore coronary blood flow include:
- Dissolving the clots with thrombolytics and enabling smooth blood flow
- Acute angioplasty after immediate coronary angiography
Aster Hospitals provide round-the-clock assistance in emergency cases like myocardial infarction. It has access to contemporary operating rooms, imaging and diagnostic equipment, and fully stocked 24-hour pharmacies for prompt and precise disease management. Health Conditions Treated
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary artery disease
Advanced Technology & Facilities
The first hour after a myocardial infarction is called the golden hour. Access to immediate treatment is essential within this "golden hour" to save lives. Aster Hospitals' emergency care is a unique facility that provides round-the-clock service, the highest level of care, and prompt treatment in an emergency.
All our cardiologists, emergency medicine specialists, trauma surgeons, and support staff have received extensive training to manage patients with heart attacks. Diagnostic and management amenities available at Aster Hospitals include the following
Electrocardiogram
Electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a simple and painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It's used to diagnose various heart conditions, including signs of a heart attack.
Echocardiogram
Echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to generate images of the heart's structure and function. It helps assess the heart's pumping ability when done during MI
Coronary angiography
Coronary angiography is an imaging procedure that involves injecting a contrast dye into the blood vessels to visualize the coronary arteries. It helps identify blockages or narrowed areas in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Heart computed tomography
A heart computed tomography scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels. It can help diagnose coronary artery disease, assess heart anatomy, and evaluate the presence of calcium deposits in the arteries.
Nuclear heart scan
Nuclear heart scans or myocardial perfusion imaging use a small amount of radioactive material to show blood flow to your heart muscle. They help identify areas of reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or heart muscle damage.
Angioplasty
The best treatment option for myocardial infarction available at Aster Hospitals is angioplasty. Primary angioplasty is performed in most cardiac hospitals during an acute heart attack as a life-saving procedure. This procedure aims to open the artery blocked or constricted with blood clots.
During this procedure, a catheter or stent is inserted into a blood vessel in your wrist or groin through the skin. Sedative medication is administered to prevent the sensation of the tube entering your body. With X-rays, an experienced cardiologist moves the catheter through your blood vessels to reach your blocked coronary artery. For easier visibility, doctors may insert a dye through the catheter.
Once the catheter reaches the constricted artery, your cardiologist will insert a wire and a second catheter with a deflated balloon at the end. Once the balloon is inflated, the plaque is moved to the side of the artery wall, which enables smooth blood flow to the heart muscle. The next step is to insert a stent, a tiny metal scaffold hollow inside. After the balloon is removed, the stent, which is more durable than a balloon, keeps the artery open. Modern stents have a medication coating on them that aids in preventing your artery from becoming too narrow once more.
The first hour after a myocardial infarction is called the golden hour. Access to immediate treatment is essential within this "golden hour" to save lives. Aster Hospitals' emergency care is a unique facility that provides round-the-clock service, the highest level of care, and prompt treatment in an emergency.
All our cardiologists, emergency medicine specialists, trauma surgeons, and support staff have received extensive training to manage patients with heart attacks. Diagnostic and management amenities available at Aster Hospitals include the following
Electrocardiogram
Electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a simple and painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It's used to diagnose various heart conditions, including signs of a heart attack.
Echocardiogram
Echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to generate images of the heart's structure and function. It helps assess the heart's pumping ability when done during MI
Coronary angiography
Coronary angiography is an imaging procedure that involves injecting a contrast dye into the blood vessels to visualize the coronary arteries. It helps identify blockages or narrowed areas in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Heart computed tomography
A heart computed tomography scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels. It can help diagnose coronary artery disease, assess heart anatomy, and evaluate the presence of calcium deposits in the arteries.
Nuclear heart scan
Nuclear heart scans or myocardial perfusion imaging use a small amount of radioactive material to show blood flow to your heart muscle. They help identify areas of reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or heart muscle damage.
Angioplasty
The best treatment option for myocardial infarction available at Aster Hospitals is angioplasty. Primary angioplasty is performed in most cardiac hospitals during an acute heart attack as a life-saving procedure. This procedure aims to open the artery blocked or constricted with blood clots.
During this procedure, a catheter or stent is inserted into a blood vessel in your wrist or groin through the skin. Sedative medication is administered to prevent the sensation of the tube entering your body. With X-rays, an experienced cardiologist moves the catheter through your blood vessels to reach your blocked coronary artery. For easier visibility, doctors may insert a dye through the catheter.
Once the catheter reaches the constricted artery, your cardiologist will insert a wire and a second catheter with a deflated balloon at the end. Once the balloon is inflated, the plaque is moved to the side of the artery wall, which enables smooth blood flow to the heart muscle. The next step is to insert a stent, a tiny metal scaffold hollow inside. After the balloon is removed, the stent, which is more durable than a balloon, keeps the artery open. Modern stents have a medication coating on them that aids in preventing your artery from becoming too narrow once more.
The first hour after a myocardial infarction is called the golden hour. Access to immediate treatment is essential within this "golden hour" to save lives. Aster Hospitals' emergency care is a unique facility that provides round-the-clock service, the highest level of care, and prompt treatment in an emergency.
All our cardiologists, emergency medicine specialists, trauma surgeons, and support staff have received extensive training to manage patients with heart attacks. Diagnostic and management amenities available at Aster Hospitals include the following
Electrocardiogram
Electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a simple and painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It's used to diagnose various heart conditions, including signs of a heart attack.
Echocardiogram
Echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to generate images of the heart's structure and function. It helps assess the heart's pumping ability when done during MI
Coronary angiography
Coronary angiography is an imaging procedure that involves injecting a contrast dye into the blood vessels to visualize the coronary arteries. It helps identify blockages or narrowed areas in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Heart computed tomography
A heart computed tomography scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels. It can help diagnose coronary artery disease, assess heart anatomy, and evaluate the presence of calcium deposits in the arteries.
Nuclear heart scan
Nuclear heart scans or myocardial perfusion imaging use a small amount of radioactive material to show blood flow to your heart muscle. They help identify areas of reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or heart muscle damage.
Angioplasty
The best treatment option for myocardial infarction available at Aster Hospitals is angioplasty. Primary angioplasty is performed in most cardiac hospitals during an acute heart attack as a life-saving procedure. This procedure aims to open the artery blocked or constricted with blood clots.
During this procedure, a catheter or stent is inserted into a blood vessel in your wrist or groin through the skin. Sedative medication is administered to prevent the sensation of the tube entering your body. With X-rays, an experienced cardiologist moves the catheter through your blood vessels to reach your blocked coronary artery. For easier visibility, doctors may insert a dye through the catheter.
Once the catheter reaches the constricted artery, your cardiologist will insert a wire and a second catheter with a deflated balloon at the end. Once the balloon is inflated, the plaque is moved to the side of the artery wall, which enables smooth blood flow to the heart muscle. The next step is to insert a stent, a tiny metal scaffold hollow inside. After the balloon is removed, the stent, which is more durable than a balloon, keeps the artery open. Modern stents have a medication coating on them that aids in preventing your artery from becoming too narrow once more.
The first hour after a myocardial infarction is called the golden hour. Access to immediate treatment is essential within this "golden hour" to save lives. Aster Hospitals' emergency care is a unique facility that provides round-the-clock service, the highest level of care, and prompt treatment in an emergency.
All our cardiologists, emergency medicine specialists, trauma surgeons, and support staff have received extensive training to manage patients with heart attacks. Diagnostic and management amenities available at Aster Hospitals include the following
Electrocardiogram
Electrocardiogram, or ECG, is a simple and painless test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It's used to diagnose various heart conditions, including signs of a heart attack.
Echocardiogram
Echocardiogram is a test that uses sound waves to generate images of the heart's structure and function. It helps assess the heart's pumping ability when done during MI
Coronary angiography
Coronary angiography is an imaging procedure that involves injecting a contrast dye into the blood vessels to visualize the coronary arteries. It helps identify blockages or narrowed areas in the arteries that supply blood to the heart muscle.
Heart computed tomography
A heart computed tomography scan provides detailed cross-sectional images of the heart and blood vessels. It can help diagnose coronary artery disease, assess heart anatomy, and evaluate the presence of calcium deposits in the arteries.
Nuclear heart scan
Nuclear heart scans or myocardial perfusion imaging use a small amount of radioactive material to show blood flow to your heart muscle. They help identify areas of reduced blood flow, indicating potential blockages or heart muscle damage.
Angioplasty
The best treatment option for myocardial infarction available at Aster Hospitals is angioplasty. Primary angioplasty is performed in most cardiac hospitals during an acute heart attack as a life-saving procedure. This procedure aims to open the artery blocked or constricted with blood clots.
During this procedure, a catheter or stent is inserted into a blood vessel in your wrist or groin through the skin. Sedative medication is administered to prevent the sensation of the tube entering your body. With X-rays, an experienced cardiologist moves the catheter through your blood vessels to reach your blocked coronary artery. For easier visibility, doctors may insert a dye through the catheter.
Once the catheter reaches the constricted artery, your cardiologist will insert a wire and a second catheter with a deflated balloon at the end. Once the balloon is inflated, the plaque is moved to the side of the artery wall, which enables smooth blood flow to the heart muscle. The next step is to insert a stent, a tiny metal scaffold hollow inside. After the balloon is removed, the stent, which is more durable than a balloon, keeps the artery open. Modern stents have a medication coating on them that aids in preventing your artery from becoming too narrow once more.
