Cardiovascular Diseases Screening Package - Standard (Applicable in District 7)
Cardiovascular diseases such as coronary artery disease, cerebral artery disease, and peripheral artery disease are showing a trend of getting younger and accounting for up to 77% of annual deaths. Therefore, screening plays a crucial role in early detection and prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, screening for cardiovascular disease is indispensable.
What are common symptoms of cardiovascular diseases?
The symptoms are often not clear, difficult to recognize at an early stage and easily confused with other diseases. However, when it’s clear, the disease already turns into depressive stages which causes many complications and difficult to treat.
Common symptoms of cardiovascular diseases include:
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath (especially during physical activities, exercise, climbing stairs, etc.)
- Irregular heartbeat (also described as palpitations)
- Fainting or near-fainting sensations
- Edema in the ankles
- Persistent ulcers in the lower limbs
- Family history of cardiovascular diseases
Who are at high cardiovascular risk?
- High blood pressure (BP > 130/80 mmHg)
- High cholesterol levels
- Diabetes
- Smoking
- Family history of heart diseases, stroke, sudden cardiac arrest, or coronary artery disease in parents, siblings, or close relatives
- Overweight or obesity
- Chronic kidney disease or kidney failure
- Sedentary lifestyle with little physical activity or sports
- Older adults (men > 50 years old, women > 55 years old, or post-menopausal women)
- Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy affecting the heart
- Evaluation of cardiovascular risk before engaging in sports, undergoing surgery, or pursuing certain specialized professions
- Fetal echocardiography for pregnant women
Screening for cardiovascular diseases today is essential to:
- Prevent the risk of stroke
- Detect arrhythmias
- Better understand the functions of your heart
Do not hesitate to seek medical attention if you or your family members experience any of the suspected symptoms or risk factors mentioned above. Early screening can help protect your cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of death from cardiovascular diseases. Take care of your health and that of your loved ones.
BASIC CARDIOVASCULAR SCREENING DISEASES PACKAGE:
(*) The service is only available at the District 7
1. DOCTOR'S CONSULTATION
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2. IMAGING
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3. TESTS
4. FUNCTIONAL EXPLORATION
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