The doctor may order a specific test or procedures depending on the patient's particular problem(s) and the physician's assessment. The following procedures can be used to evaluate or treat heart disease: Cardiac Catheterization, Coronary Angioplasty, Coronary Stent, Atherectomy, PFO/ASD Closure, Intravascular Ultrasound and Intracardiac Ultrasound.More >>
Many different procedures can be used to diagnose and treat heart related problems. A cardiologist who specializes in treating heart rhythm abnormalities is called an Electrophysiologist. The following procedures can be used to diagnose or treat an abnormal heart rhythm: Cardiac Pacemakers, Implantable Defibrillators, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Electrophysiology (EP) Study, Atrial Fibrillation & Catheter Ablation and Pacemaker or Defibrillator Laser Assisted Lead Removal.More >>
When being evaluated for possible heart disease, simple tests are usually ordered first. These tests can help determine if you have heart disease. The results assist the physician in determining the degree of severity and what treatments would be most effective. Your physician may order some of the following tests: Electrocardiogram (EKG), Holter Monitor / Event Monitor / Loop Monitor, Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound) and Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE).More >>
Peripheral arterial disease occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries that carry blood to your head, organs, and limbs. Peripheral arterial disease treatments include lifestyle changes, medicines, surgery and/or procedures. The following procedures are used to treat peripheral arterial disease: Carotid Stents, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Endovascular Repair (Stent Graft), Renal Angioplasty & Stents, Peripheral Laser and Atherectomy.More >>
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