Prevention Cardiology Clinic

Coronary artery disease is a multi-factorial disease frequently found in people over 50 years of age. The most common risk factors are aging, smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity and physical inactivity.

The symptoms can vary from no symptoms at all, to severe chest discomfort and tiredness, which can lead to a heart attack and sudden death if proper treatment is not administered.

Because of the seriousness of this disease, primary prevention must be carried out. Today, a person's absolute 10-year risk of coronary artery disease can be estimated and treated by cardiologist to reduce the risks of the disease.

Bangkok Heart Hospital, a leading cardiac and vascular care hospital, extablished the first preventive cardiology clinic in Thailand to promote a strong and healthy heart.

The preventive cardiology clinic aims to provide the current knowledge & concepts of preventive cardiology for patients, family members and health care personnel, in lowering the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

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