Dr. Sarita Rao Best Cardiologist

Apollo Hospitals, Indore has performed Central In dia's first bioresorbable vascular angioplasty in which bioresorbable vascu lar scaffolds were implanted which slowly dissolved in the body. Moreover, the indigenous vascular scaffold also elim. inates the blood thinning medicines in a few months and patients do not have to continue it for long. According to Dr Sarita Rao, first female cardiologist in India to implant the latest technology, "It is first of its kind procedure in Central India and the world's only approved biore sorbable vascular scaffold. It is a true testament to the innovation and research po- tential of India. It has been developed under the Make polymer in India campaign." The bioresorbable vascu- lar scaffold looks like a stent, which slowly dis solves in the body. Dr Roshan Rao, head department of cardiology, Apollo Hospital Indore said that vascular scaffolds. technology advancement, contain a soluble element known as biodegradable polymer.  The...

Dr Sarita Rao, who is a senior Interventional Cardiologist Apollo hospital,indore In tack 8-10 years earlier than other ethnic groups. She adds that the most unfortunate fact is that 40% of people in our country who develop heart attacks are under the age of 55. She shares that the risk of a young Indian getting a heart attack is nearly three times more than that of the West, and adds, "There are several risk factors of heart attack that are classified broadly in two categories- modifiable and non-modifiable. The non-modifiable factors include advancing age, gender-males are more prone, ethnicity- Indians at higher risk, family history of heart problems and modifiable risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, high lipids (cholesterol), smoking, obesity and physical inactivity. Talking about youngsters particularly, it is more of modifiable factors that can be altered in order to keep your heart healthy in the longer run." There are various signs and symptoms of a hear...

The heart muscle is one of the largest in the body. The myocardium is the muscle that pumps the heart, and it is located on the heart's outer wall. Due to a blocked artery, this muscle tissue is deprived of oxygen. Infarction occurs when there is a severe lack of oxygen, and many cells die as a result. Acute myocardial infarction is the medical term for a heart attack (MI). A heart attack, or myocardial infarction, is also characterised by discomfort in the chest and other parts of the body and various symptoms. A person's life can be saved if they can recognise the warning signs of a heart attack and seek medical attention as soon as possible. Cardiac arrest, in which the heart is fully paralysed, is not a heart attack. Both are medical emergencies that can result in cardiac arrest if left untreated. Heart attack symptoms include: Pressure, weight, tightness, squeezing, or pain in your chest or arm or below your breastbone Back, jaw, throat, or arm pain that you can't sha...

Heartbeat-induced strain on artery walls is known as blood pressure . Arteries are the conduits through which blood travels from the heart to the rest of the body. High blood pressure (blood flow) can cause damage to the arterial walls, which can lead to heart problems when the heartbeats. For example, systolic blood pressure measures the amount of force put on artery walls during heart contraction, while diastolic measures how much force is exerted when heart relaxation occurs. Patients over 60 should aim for a blood pressure less than 150/90, while those under 60 should aim for a reading of 140/90. Fast methods for lowering high blood pressure: Maintaining a healthy weight Reduce sodium intake by eating a well-balanced diet Avoid alcoholic beverages Increase your potassium intake. Manage your stress and stay hydrated Keep an eye on your blood pressure. What role does a cardiologist play in the treatment of hypertension? A cardiologist is a doctor that specialises in the diagnosis and...