Dr. Anoop Agrawal is a Senior Consultant, Interventional Cardiologist at Yashoda Hospitals,Hyderabad says, The primary cause of death in the world, coronary artery disease (CAD), silently narrows the arteries that feed the heart with oxygen-rich blood. Over time, deposits of calcium, cholesterol, and inflammatory cells form atherosclerotic plaques, which obstruct blood flow and cause ischemia. Even young, healthy people can experience abrupt heart attacks or arrhythmias, but symptoms like shortness of breath or chest discomfort (angina) frequently show later.
Prognosis is revolutionized by early detection. Those with diabetes, high blood pressure, a history of smoking, obesity, or a genetic susceptibility are considered high-risk populations. While treadmill stress tests highlight exertional restrictions, simple instruments such as fasting lipid panels detect higher LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. Fractional flow reserve (FFR) during angiography evaluates functional relevance, while non-invasive coronary artery calcium (CAC) scoring using CT measures plaque burden. Yashoda Hospitals uses AI-enhanced imaging to provide accurate, low-radiation examinations.
Dr. Anoop Agrawal explains, Early intervention saves lives and stops progression. According to important studies like INTERHEART, lifestyle pillars including stopping smoking, 150 minutes of physical activity per week, DASH or Mediterranean diets low in saturated fats, and mindfulness exercises lower risk by 30 to 50%. Aspirin, beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, and statins are used in medication to stabilize plaques and manage comorbidities. To provide specialized consultations and care at our center in SILIGURI and to book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at –https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
Interventional cardiology is beneficial when necessary. With restenosis rates of less than 10%, balloon angioplasty using drug-eluting stents reopens arteries in a matter of minutes. CABG (Coronary Artery bypass surgery) offers long-term patency for multivessel disease. Even better results are promised by new treatments such anti-inflammatory drugs and bioresorbable scaffolds. Strengthen yourself by minimizing flexible risks, getting annual screenings after 40, and identifying warning signs like arm discomfort or unexplained exhaustion. A healthy heart requires early action, so it’s not optional.Dr. Anoop Agrawal is a Senior Consultant,Interventional Cardiologist at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad, Visit Every month to provide specialized consultations and care at our center in SILIGURI . To book an appointment, please call [08065906114 / 08065906179] or book online at – https://www.yashodahospitals.com/
