The heart attack Myocardial is one of the most serious urgent medical conditions, as every delay in diagnosis and treatment can be crucial to the patient’s life.
Early recognition of the symptoms of the infarction and immediate search for medical assistance is vital to its prognosis and rehabilitation.
Symptoms we should not ignore
‘The most well -known symptoms of the infarction include the intense chest painthat can extend to the left hand, back or neck. However, there are less typical symptoms that can cause confusion, such as shoulder pain, jaw, stomach or even difficulty breathing. Especially when these symptoms occur during physical activity and recede with rest, they are an indication that the heart does not receive sufficient oxygenation and requires immediate medical evaluation, “said Emmanuel Kallieris Manager of Infarction Unit at Metropolitan Hospital.
The risk of infarction increases significantly in people with risk factors, such as smoking, or hypertension, or hyperlipidemia and the diabetes mellitus. These situations burden the vessels, leading to the creation of atherosclerotic plaques that can cause coronary arteries obstruction.
“In particular, smoking – whether traditional or electronic – is one of the most important predisposing factors. Unfortunately, the use of an electronic cigarette among adolescents has increased dramatically in recent years, which will probably lead to higher rates of cardiovascular disease in the future, “he says.
First cause of death
Immediate transfer of the patient to a specialized center is critical to successful in the infarction. In modern hospitals, the main therapeutic intervention is pottery (balloon), which restores blood flow to the obstructed artery, minimizing myocardium damage.
“After the heart attack, the patient should follow a strict protocol of monitoring and management of risk factors. Cardiac function assessment can be done by specialized tests, such as stress echo and axial coronary artery, which allow for residual narrowing and adaptation of medication according to the patient’s condition, “he explains.
‘Myocardial infarction is the first cause of death In developed countries, which emphasizes the need for vigilance and prevention. Smoking cessation, proper nutrition, tactic exercise and monitoring of blood pressure and cholesterol levels can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular events. At the same time, early diagnosis and immediate medical intervention save lives, making it necessary to know the symptoms and their proper treatment, “concludes Mr. Kallieris.