The Cardiac Department at Kodlikeri Memorial Hospital conducts pre-operative cardiac evaluations to ensure patients are fit for surgery. This process includes:
- Medical History Review: The doctor examines the patient’s past heart conditions, surgeries, and medications.
- Physical Examination: A thorough check-up to identify any signs of heart disease.
- Diagnostic Tests:
- ECG: To monitor the heart’s electrical activity.
- Echocardiogram: To visualize the heart’s structure and function.
- Stress Test: To assess heart performance under stress.
- Blood Tests: To detect markers of heart disease.
- Risk Assessment: Evaluating the risk of surgical complications and recommending further tests or treatments if needed.
- Recommendations: Providing advice on medications, lifestyle changes, or interventions to optimize heart health before surgery.
This evaluation helps minimize the risk of complications during surgery by ensuring the patient’s heart is in good condition