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Chest pain is one of the complaints that is often experienced or complained of in everyday life and can be caused by various things from mild to severe. Chest pain complaints caused by blockages in the blood vessels of the heart (coronary blood vessels) which is then called coronary heart disease (CHD) is a disease that Untreated or delayed recognition of this condition might result in fatality, specifically sudden death.
Chest pain caused by CHD has the characteristics of left chest pain that is felt as if it is pressed by a heavy load, can be accompanied by pain transmission to the neck, shoulder, back to the left arm. Complaints of chest pain can be accompanied by a feeling of cold sweat, nausea vomiting or complaints such as palpitations and shortness of breath.
When is the right time to consult regarding chest pain complaints ?
If you have complaints of chest pain that occurs during activity or rest that is felt to be getting worse over time and have a history of coronary heart disease risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol and smoking, immediately consult a Cardiologist.
How to diagnose the cause of Chest Pain due to coronary heart disease ?
After assessing the characteristics of chest pain complaints and history of CHD risk factors, several supporting examinations can be performed if there is a suspicion that the patient has (CHD).
- Electrocardiography (ECG) examination is used to analyze the heart rhythm and abnormal heart electrical changes associated with CHD.
- Treadmill test is commonly used for screening and detection of CHD.
- CT scan of the coronary arteries can detect narrowing of the coronary arteries.
- Coronary angiography (coronary artery catheterization) can detect narrowed coronary arteries well in patients with a high likelihood of having CHD.
Coronary Angiography (Coronary Vessel Catheterization) and Its Benefits
Coronary angiography (coronary artery catheterization) is a procedure to detect blockages in the coronary arteries using contrast fluid administered through a catheter inserted into a blood vessel in the patient's arm or groin. The doctor analyzes and views the blood flow in the coronary vessels through captured images on an X-ray screen. The contrast fluid helps the doctor to analyze the blood flow and detect any blockages in the coronary arteries. The patient is fully aware throughout the coronary angiography process.
Stenting (heart ring) or Percutaneous Coronary Intervention may be performed after the coronary angiography examination if there are indications of significant coronary vessel blockages that may interfere with heart function.
Is Coronary Angiography (Coronary Blood Vessel Catheterization) Safe ?
Coronary angiography (Coronary Vessel Catheterization) is a relatively safe procedure to perform as it has a small risk of complications and is performed by an experienced Heart and Vascular Specialist.
Once the treatment is finished without any issues, the patient can resume their normal activities within a few days.
Start a Healthy Plan with a Medical Check Up
Coronary heart disease can be prevented by having regular medical check-ups. Doing a Medical Check Up can help you to understand more about your health condition, so that any risks that can attack such as blockage of heart blood vessels (coronary) can be prevented early.
An ECG examination, which is generally part of a Medical Check Up, can evaluate heart rhythms that you may not be able to detect on your own. The heart is a vital organ that plays a major role in our survival, by doing regular check-ups you can prevent heart disease early on.
Medical Check Up can also help you detect the potential for certain diseases by checking blood sugar, cholesterol, uric acid, kidney function, and liver function. The results of these examinations can serve as a guide for doctors in determining prevention programs and lifestyle adjustments that can prevent disease in the future.
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