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If you have heart disease, many treatments can help restore your heart’s function and ease symptoms. From minimally invasive procedures to open heart surgery, there are a wide range of cardiovascular treatments that our doctors at Dignity Health use to diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel conditions.
Your doctor can recommend cardiovascular treatments to correct many different heart conditions, reduce symptoms, and improve your quality of life.
Cardiovascular treatments are for conditions affecting the heart and circulatory system.
Common symptoms include:
If you think you or someone close to you may be having a heart attack, call 911 right away. Along with chest pain, heart attack symptoms can include:
If you do experience a heart attack, the faster you can get medical care, the better. There is a saying that “time is heart muscle,” which means the sooner you receive treatment, the less likely there will be damage.
If you notice other common cardiovascular symptoms, such as feeling short of breath at rest, a fluttering heartbeat, or swelling in your feet, you should also call your doctor to see whether you need treatment or evaluation for a possible heart condition.
Dignity Health cardiologists perform many diagnostic tests to identify heart conditions. During an evaluation, your cardiologist will review your medical history, perform a physical exam, and order tests.
Some of the most common cardiovascular tests include:
Depending on your symptoms, your cardiologist may use one or more tests to get a better understanding of the cause.
The information contained in this article is meant for educational purposes only and should not replace advice from your healthcare provider.