Heart Failure Management
NIVIK Hospital provides comprehensive care for patients with weakened heart function through medications, lifestyle changes, and advanced therapies. Severe cases are treated with implantable devices such as CRT (Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy). Our multidisciplinary approach ensures better symptom control, reduced hospitalizations, and enhanced long-term survival for heart failure patients.
Frequently Asked Question's About Heart Failure
What is heart failure and how does it affect the body?
Heart failure is a condition in which the heart cannot pump or fill with blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs. It may cause breathlessness, tiredness, swelling in the legs or feet, and reduced ability to perform normal physical activities.
What are the warning signs of worsening heart failure?
Increasing breathlessness, sudden weight gain, swelling in the legs, persistent tiredness, difficulty lying flat, or waking up short of breath can indicate that heart failure is getting worse. New or rapidly increasing symptoms should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
What can cause heart failure?
Heart failure can develop due to conditions that damage or place extra strain on the heart, such as coronary artery disease, previous heart attacks, high blood pressure, heart valve disorders, cardiomyopathy, or certain abnormal heart rhythms.
How is heart failure diagnosed?
A cardiologist may review symptoms and medical history and perform a physical examination before recommending tests. Depending on the situation, investigations may include an echocardiogram, electrocardiogram, blood tests, chest imaging, or other cardiac assessments to understand heart function and identify the underlying cause.
Can heart failure be managed with treatment?
Yes. While treatment cannot always reverse the underlying heart problem, appropriate management can help control symptoms, improve daily functioning, and reduce the risk of complications. Depending on the condition, treatment may include medicines, lifestyle measures, treatment of the underlying cause, and selected procedures or devices.
