Cardiology in Turkey : Best heart hospital & cardiologist in Istanbul

Heart function problems

The heart is the muscular organ that pumps oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body, to cells, tissues, and organs, to nourish them, and to receive blood loaded with carbon dioxide to be sent to the lungs where it is exchanged with the oxygen.

It is the center of the circulatory system, which also includes a dense network of blood vessels.

An electrical system controls the heart, using signals to cause the walls of the heart muscle to contract. When the walls contract, blood is pumped through the circulatory system. The chambers that make up the organ are equipped with inlet and outlet valves to ensure that the blood always flows in the right direction.

The heart is vital for health and, basically, everything that happens in the body. Without the pumping action of the heart, the blood could not circulate.

A healthy heart supplies the right amount of blood the body needs for proper functioning. In the event of heart disease or injury, the organs would no longer receive enough oxygen to function properly.

Heart disease can impair the heart's electrical system and pump function. But more generally, diseases affecting the heart muscle interfere with the pumping ability of the heart.

Cardiology Visit in Turkey

Due to the cardiology visit in Turkey, it is possible to exclude, diagnose or monitor heart disorders in patients with cardiovascular diseases or in those who suffer from chest pain, shortness of breath, syncope, dizziness, or palpitations.

Among the pathologies most often treated by the cardiologist are:

• Arrhythmia: This is an irregular heartbeat.
• Atherosclerosis: This is the stiffness of the arterial blood vessel.
• Cardiomyopathy: This condition causes stiffness or weakening of heart muscles that can lead to a heart attack.
• Congenital heart defects: This is a heart condition that the patient is born with.
• Coronary artery disease: Coronary artery disease (ischemic heart disease) is caused by the buildup of plaque in the artery of the heart.

The term cardiovascular disease refers to heart disease that specifically involves the veins.

Diagnosis of heart disease in Istanbul Turkey

Your doctor may order several types of tests and evaluations to help diagnose heart disease. Some of these tests can be done even before you show signs of heart disease. Others can be used to look for possible causes of symptoms when they develop.

Blood tests and physical exams

The cardiological examination usually takes place in several phases.

The first involves a doctor-patient interview, during which the cardiologist tries to gather all the information regarding the patient's lifestyle, medical history, and any previous illnesses or disorders.

The second phase, on the other hand, focuses on physical examinations, during which blood pressure, liver enlargement, the presence of lower extremity swelling, heart rate, and the situation of the jugular veins are assessed.

Blood tests are often ordered as they help measure your cholesterol levels and detect signs of infection.

Non-invasive tests

Non-invasive tests can be done to diagnose cardiovascular disease, such as:

• ECG (electrocardiogram)
• echocardiogram
• Stress test
• Carotid ultrasound
• Holter Monitor
• Tilt table test
• CT scan and auricular MRI

Invasive testing

If all the previous tests are inconclusive, your cardiologist may want to look inside your body for a diagnosis. This can help her find out the reason for the unusual symptoms. Invasive examinations may include:

• Cardiac catheterization: The cardiologist introduces a catheter into the heart through the groin and an arterial blood vessel. Once this device is in the heart, a coronary angiogram is performed.
• Electrophysiology study: The cardiologist can attach electrodes to the heart via a catheter. Once the electrodes are in place, electrical impulses are sent and the heart's response is recorded.

Cardiology treatment & heart surgery in Turkey with the best cardiologist

Medical tourism in Turkey makes it possible to get treatment from the best cardiac surgeons at favorable prices.

Below is the list of heart surgeries that can be performed by Turquie Santé partner cardiologists:

• Coronary angioplasty (treatment of a narrowed coronary artery)
• Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)
• Replacement of heart valves
• Implementation of an automatic defibrillator (ICD)
• Treatment of heart tumors and myocardial infarction

Cardiothoracic surgeries performed in the best cardiology clinics in Turkey have high success rates at favorable costs.

Best hospital for heart surgery in Turkey: Prices & Reviews

You can request a quote for heart surgery in the best hospital or clinic in Istanbul, Turkey. We can help you reach our best partner JCI accredited medical institutions appreciated by our overseas patients. You can also request a consultation with a cardiologist.

Is medical care in Turkey covered by Social Security?

Medical care provided in Turkey is not covered by Social Security. So, you have to talk to your health insurance advisor before deciding to seek treatment in Turkey.

Best partner hospitals with Turquie Santé: reviews & prices

With Turquie Santé, you benefit from a list of the best clinics that are our partners. You can choose a health facility from the top 10 Cardiac Surgery Hospitals and Clinics in Turkey.

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