Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a disease caused by narrowing or blockage of the arteries supplying the heart muscle. It is one of the leading causes of death worldwide and in Thailand. Being aware of this disease can help prevent and reduce the risk of heart failure or acute myocardial infarction.<\/p>\n\n
Causes of Coronary Artery Disease<\/strong>
\nThis disease is caused by plaque buildup in the artery walls, narrowing the blood vessels and preventing adequate blood flow to the heart.<\/p>\n\n Risk factors for heart disease include:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 High blood cholesterol (high LDL, low HDL)
\n\u2022 High blood pressure
\n\u2022 Diabetes
\n\u2022 Smoking
\n\u2022 Lack of exercise
\n\u2022 Accumulated stress
\n\u2022 Genetics or a family history of heart disease<\/p>\n\n Symptoms of Coronary Artery Disease<\/strong>
\nSymptoms vary from person to person, especially in women and the elderly.
\n\u2022 Common symptoms include:
\n\u2022 Chest pain (tightness, squeezing, or burning in the center of the chest)
\n\u2022 Pain radiating to the neck, jaw, shoulder, or left arm
\n\u2022 Fatigue, shortness of breath
\n\u2022 Dizziness, vertigo, or excessive sweating
\n\u2022 If these symptoms occur during exertion or stress and improve with rest, see a doctor for a proper diagnosis.<\/p>\n\n Diagnostic Tests<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG)
\n\u2022 Echocardiogram (Echo)
\n\u2022 Exercise Stress Test
\n\u2022 CT Coronary Angiography
\n\u2022 Cardiac Catheterization<\/p>\n\n Treatment for coronary artery disease depends on the severity of the disease:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Medication
\n\u2022 Statins
\n\u2022 Antiplatelet medications (aspirin)
\n\u2022 Antihypertensive or blood sugar control medications
\n\u2022 Balloon angioplasty and stent placement to improve blood flow in the narrowed arteries
\n\u2022 Coronary artery bypass surgery (bypass surgery) in cases where multiple arteries are blocked or balloon angioplasty is not feasible<\/p>\n\n Guidelines for preventing coronary artery disease:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Maintain normal blood lipid and blood pressure levels.
\n\u2022 Eat a healthy diet, avoid trans fats and high-salt foods.
\n\u2022 Exercise regularly (150 minutes per week).
\n\u2022 Quit smoking and reduce alcohol consumption.
\n\u2022 Get annual health checkups, especially if you have risk factors.<\/p>\n\n Our hospital offers:<\/strong>
\n– Heart disease screening using state-of-the-art equipment
\n– Personalized heart health screening programs
\n– A team of cardiologists ready to provide close care<\/p>\n\n
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