Acute coronary syndrome is a catch medical phrase that describes any medical condition which obstructs the blood flow to the heart. The Montreal Heart institute is a major center for treating acute coronary syndrome.
According to a major study of over 18, 000 patients conducted over a period of 17 years, the Montreal Heart Institute noted that the cases of acute coronary syndrome is going up every year in Montreal.
However, Montrealers are often taken to the hospital by ambulance and will be transported to the nearest hospital. If you are a Montrealer and you have the option available, please visit the Montreal Heart Institute for treatment.
Acute coronary syndrome explained
When a Montrealer is rushed into emergency the emergency staff must first determine if the patient is having a heart attack at present or has experienced one in the past. The other consideration is that the patient, has acute coronary syndrome which encompasses a bunch of heart conditions.
The medical team will do blood tests, order an electrocardiogram (ECG) an angiogram and nuclear imaging tests.
Some other tests that may be required
Echocardiogram
This test is only ordered if the doctor sees the patient did not have a heart attack. It is often done before being released from the emergency. The test is useful for determining previous heart attacks or damage to the heart. The Echocardiogram is done with sound waves that record images of the heart. The technician will wave wand- like device over the patient’s chest to produce the sound waves needed for the heart image. This test can also reveal heart damage and if the heart is pumping properly.
Chest X-ray
A chest X-ray will determine the shape and the size of your heart including the blood vessels to the heart.
Nuclear scan
The nuclear scan is designed to test the blood flow in the heart. Small amounts of thallium or other radioactive substances are injected into the blood stream and then traced to see how the flow to the heart and lungs are responding. Cameras pick up the flow and dark areas in the blood flow indicates areas where the blood is not flowing as it should.
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