The incidence of cardiac illness is increasing worldwide, more so in developing countries like India. While the world average age of hospital admission with heart failure is 70, Kerala registers more patients over the age of 60 according to a study conducted by the Cardiology Society of India (CSI), Kerala chapter.
At Lourde Hospital, it is our constant endeavour to provide the best cardiology services in Kochi.
We are a group of the best Cardiologists in Kochi that base our success on our patients’ long-term good cardiac health. We believe in personalized care based on your health concerns.
Causes of heart diseases or heart attack include pre-existing conditions such as high blood pressure, stress, coronary artery disease, diabetes, lifestyle habits such as smoking, and excessive consumption of alcohol or caffeine.
Heart diseases are often life-threatening. Early detection is important. If you notice any symptoms or any discomfort in your chest or arm, it is recommended to visit a cardiology center at the earliest.
The first step to heart health is to know the causes of the disease and the signs and symptoms to watch out for.
Symptoms differ depending on the kind of heart disease. However, some common symptoms of heart diseases include shortness of breath, back pain, chest discomfort, nausea, indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain, dizziness, jaw pain, light-headedness.
How can we help you?
At Lourde’s Cardiology Department Kochi, we provide ongoing evaluation, diagnoses, and treatment for cardiac issues. We provide the following preventive screening tests to check the heart health.
Treadmill test (TMT) –A Treadmill Test is performed on a patient to assess the heart’s response to external stress in a controlled environment. The patient is connected to an ECG and blood pressure monitor. The test is conducted by inducing the stress through exercise using the treadmill. A TMT or cardiac stress test helps your doctor assess how your heart responds when it is pushed.
Electrocardiogram (ECG) – An ECG measures the time intervals and helps the doctor determine how long the electrical wave takes to pass through the heart. The amount of time it takes for a wave to travel from one part of the heart to another provides the doctor with information on whether the electrical activity is slow or normal, irregular or fast.
Being one of the best heart hospitals in Kochi for cardiovascular services, We offer a holistic approach to heart care. We provide advanced diagnostic tests and heart disease treatment and are equipped to provide specialised treatments.
