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Heart attack
Heart attack
A heart attack is a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the heart is significantly reduced. It is most commonly caused by the rupture of a fatty plaque within a coronary artery, leading to the formation of a blood clot. This results in a low supply of oxygen-rich blood, thereby damaging the heart muscles. At Manipal Hospitals, prompt evaluation and treatment are provided to improve survival outcomes and limit heart damage.
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Doddaballapur - Bengaluru
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Mangaluru
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Request a CallbackSymptoms of Heart attack
Heart attack symptoms include severe chest pain or discomfort, excessive sweating, shortness of breath, nausea, and pain that travels towards the neck, jaw, or back. In some cases, patients may also experience unusual fatigue or weakness, dizziness, and even heartburn-like sensations.
How We Diagnose Heart attack
Heart attack diagnosis begins immediately after emergency assessment. The primary tests used to assess heart muscle damage include an ECG and a cardiac troponin test. For further evaluation, tests may include an echocardiogram, heart CT scan, heart MRI, and PET scans. A chest X-ray may be performed to rule out other causes of chest pain. These findings guide emergency and long-term treatment decisions.
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on the severity of the condition and diagnostic findings. Emergency procedures such as angioplasty, coronary artery bypass surgery, or clot-dissolving therapy may be performed to restore blood flow. Medications are also prescribed to support recovery and prevent long-term complications.
What to Expect
Manipal Hospitals provides rapid assessment and specialised cardiac care for individuals presenting with suspected or confirmed heart attack symptoms. Continuous monitoring of vital parameters, including oxygen levels, blood pressure, and heart rate, is initiated immediately. Diagnostic tests are conducted promptly to confirm the condition and guide treatment decisions.
Once the patient is stable, the specialists discuss appropriate treatment options, including medications, interventional procedures, or supportive therapies, and help patients understand the expected outcomes.
The hospital closely monitors the patients' vital parameters throughout their stay. A comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programme is introduced to improve heart function and quality of life for patients recovering from heart attacks or surgeries. Doctors educate the patients about important lifestyle modifications that help to improve confidence and lower the risk of recurrence.
Follow-up visits focus on medication review, monitoring progress, and reinforcing lifestyle modifications to support long-term heart health.
Consult our Experts
FAQs
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Which factors pose a risk of a heart attack?
Heart attack risk increases with factors such as family history, age, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, smoking, alcohol use, and inactivity. A healthy lifestyle and appropriate medical guidance can reduce the risk and improve long-term heart health.
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What are the causes of a heart attack?
The common heart attack causes include coronary artery disease, cholesterol buildup, blood clots, or long-standing lifestyle risks. Less common causes are coronary artery spasm, infection, and coronary artery dissection. Immediate medical attention reduces heart damage and supports faster recovery.
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Can a heart attack be prevented?
In many cases, preventing a heart attack is possible by adopting healthy lifestyle changes and proper management of risk factors. These include regular physical activity, reducing smoking habits, a healthy diet, weight management, and control of blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes.
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In case of a suspected heart attack, what should be done?
In case of a suspected heart attack, it is important to seek emergency medical care immediately without delay or self-treatment. Recognising it early can prevent heart damage and improve the rate of survival.
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How long does a recovery from a heart attack take?
Recovery duration varies depending on the severity of the condition and the treatment provided. The initial recovery typically takes a few weeks. However, complete recovery of a patient with cardiac rehabilitation can take up to several months.
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