Medicare has a highly experienced team of cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and electrophysiologists. The team is skilled in treating complex heart conditions, including coronary and peripheral artery diseases. They perform advanced procedures such as structural heart disease interventions, including device closure of ASD, VSD, and PDA, Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion, and valve procedures like TAVI and TAVR.
The cardiac team at Medicare is well known for advanced coronary bypass surgeries. These include total arterial bypass, LIMA–RIMA Y grafting, off-pump bypass surgery, and excellent mitral valve repair and Bentall procedures. We also provide advanced heart failure treatment.
What Is Heart Failure?
Heart failure, also known as Congestive Heart Failure (CHF), is a long-term condition in which the heart is unable to pump blood effectively. Because of poor pumping, blood flow to different parts of the body is reduced. This leads to a lack of oxygen and nutrients in the body.
Women have a slightly higher risk of developing heart failure than men, especially during or after menopause, when the risk of heart disease increases.
Heart failure can be:
Acute heart failure – sudden onset, often caused by a heart attack
Chronic heart failure – develops slowly due to long-standing heart problems
Mission of Medicare Hospital
The mission of Medicare is to reduce heart disease through education, prevention, and high-quality medical care. Our heart failure care team focuses on helping patients understand their condition, risk factors, and medications.
Patients and family members receive helpful information about home care and treatment. If you need more details, our medical team is always available to help. We encourage you to note down important points, questions, or concerns to better manage your or your loved one’s condition.
What are the Common Causes of Heart Failure?
Common Causes of Heart Failure
Heart failure may be caused by:
Heart attacks, especially repeated ones
High blood pressure, which increases strain on the heart
Abnormal heart rhythms, causing the heart to work harder
Heart valve problems, leading to poor blood flow
Stiff heart muscles, due to conditions like cardiomyopathy or myocarditis
Congenital heart defects are present from birth
Other illnesses, such as emphysema, thyroid disorders, or severe anemia
What are the Signs and Symptoms of Heart Failure?
Common symptoms include:
Shortness of breath, due to fluid buildup in the lungs
Loss of appetite, caused by poor blood circulation
Chest pain, especially after a heart attack
Reduced ability to exercise, due to weak blood flow
Fast or irregular heartbeat, as the heart tries to meet the body needs
Fatigue and weakness, from poor oxygen supply
Persistent cough or wheezing, due to fluid retention
Swelling in the legs and ankles, caused by fluid buildup
Abdominal swelling (ascites)
Sudden weight gain, due to fluid retention
Frequent urination, especially at night
Visible or protruding veins, due to weak valves
Irregular pulse, from an abnormal heart pumping