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The heart is a vital organ that pumps oxygenated blood through blood vessels, supplying the body with nutrients and oxygen while removing waste products.
At Pantai Hospital Ampang, patients are supported by an experienced team of cardiologists, nurses, technicians, and radiographers who provide comprehensive heart care.
We believe that prevention is better than cure – which is why our services include preventive care, early detection, diagnostics and treatments. Our team is also on 24-hour standby for emergency situations.
In addition, we aim to educate the public and raise awareness on the topics of heart diseases and risk factors. Our goal is not only to provide you with excellent care, but to help you live healthier and better as well. We put our heart into caring for yours.
Our lifestyle plays a pivotal role in cardiovascular health. Some risk factors are non-modifiable, such as family history, age, and genetics. These cannot be changed.
However, there are many modifiable risk factors you can control, including:
The more risk factors you have, the greater your likelihood of developing heart disease. The good news is, it is never too late to start making healthier lifestyle choices.
Early and accurate diagnosis is key to effective heart care. We use a range of tests to assess heart health and detect potential problems:
Test | What It Reveals / Why It’s Used |
Blood tests | Measures things like cholesterol, lipids, glucose, electrolytes, and cardiac enzyme troponin. Elevated troponin can indicate heart muscle injury or a recent heart attack. |
Electrocardiogram (ECG) | Records the heart’s electrical activity to detect abnormal rhythms, signs of past heart attacks, or other heart abnormalities. |
Echocardiogram (Echo) | An ultrasound scan that shows how well the heart pumps and how its valves, chambers, and surrounding vessels function. Useful for diagnosing heart failure, valve problems, congenital defects, cardiomyopathy, etc. |
Stress Test | Assesses how the heart performs under physical stress (e.g. treadmill or stationary bike). If unable to exercise, medication may be used. Helps detect exercise-induced symptoms, assess risk, and check treatment effectiveness. |
Cardiac CT Scan | Non-invasive imaging (X-ray-based) to visualise coronary arteries, look for blockages, and measure calcium build-up. Useful for assessing risk even before symptoms arise. |
If your cardiologist suspects conditions such as coronary artery disease or defective heart valves, you may be referred for a coronary angiogram or cardiac catheterisation.
During the procedure, a thin catheter is inserted through a blood vessel in your arm or leg and guided to the heart. A special dye is injected, making the arteries visible on X-ray to detect narrowing or blockages. The procedure usually takes less than an hour. You remain awake. Afterward, the catheter is removed and pressure applied to the insertion site for about 20 minutes.
At Pantai Hospital Ampang, we use advanced technology that minimises the radiation exposure during the procedure while enhancing image quality.
Before your cardiac catheterisation, you will be required to undergo several routine tests. These include an electrocardiogram, a blood test, and a chest X-ray. Your cardiologist will also provide you with a set of instructions, which you must adhere to strictly to ensure you are properly and safely prepared for your procedure.
Your cardiologist will review the results and discuss treatment options if needed. In the days following the procedure, you should avoid heavy lifting and only perform light activities. Do be aware that there may be a small bruise or lump at the insertion site. Rest assured that it should disappear within a few weeks.
If the results of your cardiac catheterisation show a blockage or narrowing of the coronary arteries, your cardiologist may decide on a balloon angioplasty or stent procedure.
In a balloon angioplasty procedure, a catheter with a small balloon at its tip is inserted and guided to the blocked site. The balloon tip is then inflated, compressing the plaque against the wall and widening the artery.
Meanwhile, a stent is a small metal mesh-like device. It is placed inside the coronary artery to prevent it from closing up again. Most patients who undergo balloon angioplasty will have a stent implanted at the same time.
If you have heart disease or have had a heart attack, your doctor may recommend that you undergo cardiac rehabilitation.
Cardiac rehab involves exercise counselling and training, education about healthy living, and even counselling to reduce stress levels. It can help you build healthier habits and relieve symptoms such as chest pain.
The goal is to facilitate the healing process and improve your heart’s strength and functions. To find out more, speak to the team of cardiologists.
Our cardiac catheterisation laboratory is open 24/7 with a full team of cardiologists, nurses, technicians, and radiographers on standby to handle cardiac emergencies – such as patients with acute heart attacks.
Jalan Perubatan 1, Pandan Indah, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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