Learn about the different techniques and tools used by doctors and clinicians to examine the heart and detect abnormalities and diseases.
Anatomy of the Heart: Study of the different parts of the heart and how they function. It includes myocardium, endocardium, pericardium, chambers, valves, and blood vessels.
Physiology of the Heart: Study of the basic principles of the cardiovascular system and how the heart works in different situations. Topics include heart rate, blood pressure, cardiac output, and more.
Cardiac auscultation: Examining the heart sounds through a stethoscope, listening for the different patterns of sounds including murmurs and clicks.
Electrocardiography (ECG or EKG): A test that records the electrical activity of the heart to detect any abnormalities or damage. It includes the interpretation of the heart rhythm, rate, and waveforms.
Cardiac Imaging: Different non-invasive and invasive diagnostic techniques such as echocardiography, cardiac MRI or CT scan, angiography, and others. It helps visualize the structure, function, and flow of the heart and blood vessels.
Diagnostic Tests for Cardiac Disorders: Understanding the different laboratory and diagnostic tests used to evaluate cardiac diseases, including blood test, stress tests, Holter monitoring, and others.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): Techniques used to revive individuals experiencing heart failure or cardiac arrests.
Cardiac Pharmacology: Medications used to manage cardiovascular disorders such as antiplatelet drugs, antiarrhythmics, and others.
Management of Cardiac Conditions: Lifestyle modifications, surgical interventions, medical therapies, and other treatment modalities used to treat cardiac disorders.
Cardiac Diseases: Common cardiac diseases such as hypertension, coronary artery disease, heart failure, and valvular heart disease, among others. It covers their etiology, pathophysiology, and management.
Cardiac Rehabilitation: Comprehensive programs offered to patients who have experienced cardiac disease to regain physical and emotional health through lifestyle changes, exercise, and continuous medical supervision.
Prevention of Cardiac Diseases: Modifying risk factors for preventing the development of heart disease, such as maintaining a healthy lifestyle or managing blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
Pediatric Cardiology: Understanding congenital and acquired heart diseases in children and adolescents including diagnosis and treatment management.
Geriatric Cardiology: Elderly persons' cardiovascular disorders, their medical affecting factors, and cardiology management strategies.
Ethics in Cardiology: Discussions on ethical considerations in the management of medical decisions, sharing information, and integrity maintenance in clinical practice.
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