- Cholesterol drugs. ...
- Aspirin. ...
- Beta blockers. ...
- Calcium channel blockers. ...
- Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs). ...
- Nitroglycerin. ...
- Ranolazine.
Medication
Procedures
Self-care
Nutrition
What are the different types of treatment for heart disease?
In general, treatment for heart disease usually includes: Lifestyle changes. You can lower your risk of heart disease by eating a low-fat and low-sodium diet, getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise on most days of the week, quitting smoking, and limiting alcohol intake. Medications.
What are the 2 main treatments of coronary heart disease?
Treating coronary heart disease (CHD) medicines. angioplasty – where balloons and stents are used to treat narrow heart arteries. surgery.
What is the best treatment for coronary artery disease?
Coronary angioplasty and stent placement. It may also be called percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). The heart doctor (cardiologist) guides a thin, flexible tube (catheter) to the narrowed part of the heart artery. A tiny balloon is inflated to help widen the blocked artery and improve blood flow.
What is the best treatment for heart blockage?
Multiple blockages in arteries: Angioplasty can be used for multiple blockages, but the risk of having problems or re-blockage with the angioplasty increases when more blockages are treated. At this stage, the best procedure for these types of blockages is coronary bypass surgery.
Diagnosis
Treatment
Clinical Trials
Lifestyle and Home Remedies
Specialist to consult
Alternative Medicine
Preparing For Your Appointment
- Treatment for coronary artery disease usually involves lifestyle changes such as not smoking, eating healthy and exercising more. Sometimes, medications and procedures are needed.
Diagnosis
- Explore Mayo Clinic studiestesting new treatments, interventions and tests as a means to prevent, detect, treat or manage this condition.
Treatment
- Making certain lifestyle changes can help keep the arteries healthy and can prevent or slow coronary artery disease. Try these heart-healthy tips: 1. Don't smoke.Smoking is a major risk factor for coronary artery disease. Nicotine tightens blood vessels and forces the heart to work harder. Not smoking is one of the best ways to lower the risk of a heart attack. 2. Control blood …
Clinical Trials
- Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of unsaturated fatty acid. It's thought that they can lower inflammation throughout the body. Inflammation has been linked to coronary artery disease. However, the pros and cons of omega-3 fatty acids for heart disease continue to be studied. Sources of omega-3 fatty acids include: 1. Fish and fish oil.Fish and fish oil are the most effectiv…
Lifestyle and Home Remedies
- If you have symptoms of coronary artery disease or any risk factors, make an appointment with your health care provider. You may be referred to a heart specialist (cardiologist). Here's some information to help you get ready for your appointment and to know what to expect from your doctor.
Coping and Support
- Your doctor will perform a physical exam and ask about your personal and family medical history. The tests you'll need to diagnose your heart disease depend on what condition your doctor thinks you might have. Besides blood tests and a chest X-ray, tests to diagnose heart disease can include: 1. Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG). An ECG is a quick and painless test that records th…
Preparing For Your Appointment
- The type of treatment you receive depends on the type of heart disease you have. In general, treatment for heart disease usually includes: 1. Lifestyle changes.You can lower your risk of heart disease by eating a low-fat and low-sodium diet, getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise on most days of the week, quitting smoking, and limiting al...