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About diagnosis, treatment and recovery
What is cardiac screening and why should I have it before symptoms appear?
Cardiac screening assesses heart and vascular health before symptoms appear and helps see risk early; because heart disease often progresses silently, preventive steps can be planned in time.
At what age and how often should I have a cardiac screening?
It is generally recommended over the age of 40 or for those with risk factors; the appropriate age and frequency are determined by a cardiology assessment based on your personal risks.
What is the difference between ECG, stress ECG, and echocardiography?
ECG evaluates the heart’s electrical rhythm, stress ECG its performance under load, and echocardiography uses ultrasound to assess the heart muscle, valves, and pumping function.
Is coronary CT angiography performed on every patient, and when is it needed?
No; coronary CT angiography is performed only when indicated and is used to assess narrowing and plaque burden in the coronary arteries non-invasively.
Is the screening really completed in a single day, and how long does it take?
In most cases the screening is completed the same day in an organized flow without waiting; the duration may vary according to the tests and imaging performed.
How should I prepare before the screening (fasting, medications, clothing, caffeine)?
Fasting may be required for blood tests, comfortable clothing for the stress test, and avoiding caffeine before testing; guidance about your medications is shared with you before the appointment.
Is the stress test safe, and for whom is it not performed?
The stress test is performed safely under experienced supervision; it is not applied in certain cardiac conditions or for patients unsuitable for exertion, and eligibility is determined by examination.
Is the radiation from coronary CT angiography harmful?
Coronary CT angiography is performed with low-dose protocols and only when needed; the benefit-risk balance is considered through cardiology assessment.
How and when are results evaluated, and who explains the report?
Findings are reviewed not by one physician alone but by a team including cardiology and related specialties, and are explained to you as a clear, written cardiovascular risk report.
If a finding emerges, how does the treatment process proceed, and how does it work if I am coming from abroad?
If a finding emerges, you are referred to the relevant specialties for further evaluation or treatment; international guests are supported end to end with transfer, accommodation, and medical interpreters.