Expert insights on heart health, prevention strategies, and the latest in interventional cardiology from Dr. Shailesh Singh.
A comprehensive guide to angioplasty - what it is, how it works, what to expect during the procedure, recovery timeline, and life after stent placement.
December 26, 2025
Discover how to eat a heart-healthy Indian diet with traditional foods. Learn which Indian foods protect your heart, what to avoid, sample meal plans, and expert tips.
December 27, 2025
Everything about arrhythmias - types like AFib and tachycardia, symptoms, causes, diagnosis methods, and treatment options for irregular heartbeats.
December 26, 2025
Everything about echo tests - types of echocardiography, what it shows, how to prepare, what to expect during the test, and understanding your results.
December 26, 2025
Everything you need to know about pacemakers - how they work, types of devices, the implantation procedure, recovery, and living a full life with a pacemaker.
December 26, 2025
Learn what heart murmurs are, the difference between innocent and abnormal murmurs, causes, symptoms, and when you should see a cardiologist.
December 26, 2025
Heart palpitations can feel scary, but they're usually harmless. Learn what causes palpitations, when to worry, and when you should see a cardiologist.
December 26, 2025
Experiencing sharp chest pain on deep breath? Learn the common causes of pleuritic chest pain, warning signs of serious conditions, and when you need emergency care.
December 26, 2025
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause of heart attacks. Learn about blocked arteries, symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment options.
December 26, 2025
AFib is the most common irregular heartbeat. Learn what causes atrial fibrillation, how it affects your stroke risk, and the latest treatment options available.
December 27, 2025
Experiencing breathlessness at rest? Learn how to tell if shortness of breath is from heart problems or lung issues, warning signs, and when to see a doctor.
December 27, 2025
Learn the warning signs of a heart attack, including symptoms in men and women, when to call emergency services, and what to do if you suspect someone is having a heart attack.
December 27, 2025
Understand congestive heart failure (CHF) - what causes your heart to weaken, warning signs like breathlessness and swelling, diagnosis, treatment options, and how to live well with heart failure.
December 27, 2025
Learn about good and bad cholesterol (HDL and LDL), what your cholesterol numbers mean, causes of high cholesterol, and proven strategies to manage your levels for better heart health.
December 27, 2025
Learn what high blood pressure is, why it's called the 'silent killer,' how to read your BP numbers, lifestyle changes that work, medications explained, and how to monitor at home.
December 27, 2025
Everything you need to know about coronary angiography - what happens during the procedure, wrist vs groin access, preparation, recovery, and why it's the gold standard for diagnosing heart blockages.
December 27, 2025
Learn about Primary PCI (emergency angioplasty) - the gold-standard treatment for heart attacks. Understand how this time-critical procedure saves heart muscle and lives.
December 27, 2025
Learn the difference between drug-eluting stents and bare metal stents. Understand which type your cardiologist recommends and why modern coated stents reduce re-blockage risk.
December 27, 2025
When standard angioplasty can't break through rock-hard calcium in your arteries, rotational atherectomy uses a diamond-coated drill to restore blood flow.
December 27, 2025
Learn about carotid artery stenting, a procedure to open blocked neck arteries and prevent strokes. Understand the benefits, risks, and how it compares to surgery.
December 27, 2025
Learn how intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) helps cardiologists see inside your coronary arteries with incredible detail. Understand when IVUS is used, what to expect, and why it improves angioplasty outcomes.
December 27, 2025
Learn how optical coherence tomography (OCT) provides the highest-resolution imaging for coronary arteries — 10x more detailed than IVUS. Understand when OCT is used and why it reduces stent complications.
December 27, 2025
Nearly 1 in 4 Indians undergoing heart procedures are under 55. Learn why premature heart attacks are rising, the unique risk factors for young Indians, and proven prevention strategies.
December 27, 2025
Left main blockage is the most critical heart condition. Learn when stenting (PCI) vs bypass surgery (CABG) is recommended, what research shows, and how the Heart Team approach ensures you get the best care.
December 27, 2025
Learn about heart valve disease including types like aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options including TAVI and surgical valve replacement.
December 27, 2025
Learn about chronic total occlusion (CTO) interventions - the advanced technique for opening completely blocked coronary arteries. Understand who needs CTO PCI, success rates, and what to expect.
December 27, 2025
When a blockage forms where arteries branch, specialized stenting techniques are needed. Learn about one-stent vs two-stent approaches, DK-crush technique, and what to expect during treatment.
December 27, 2025
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