How is heart disease treated?Some heart diseases that are diagnosed early can be successfully treated before the development of permanent heart damage and complications, such as heart failure and cardiac arrest. Heart disease treatment plans use a multifaceted approach and are individualized to the type and severity of your heart disease, risk factors, lifestyle, medical history, and other diseases and conditions you have.
Treatment for advanced or critical stages of heart disease
Advanced or critical stages of heart disease generally require hospitalization and some combination of:Intensive monitoring and stabilization of heart rhythm and vital signs. This may require cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and advanced life support measures, such as intubation and mechanical ventilation to support breathing.
Monitoring your heart rate and rhythm with an electrocardiogram (EKG) and lab tests, such as cardiac enzymes, to determine the extent of heart damage
Supplemental oxygen to increase the amount of oxygen that is delivered to the heart tissue and the rest of the body
Treatment of abnormal heart rhythms (cardiac arrhythmias) with medications and possibly cardioversion or electrical defibrillation
Medications used to treat heart disease
The following medications may be prescribed for a variety of types of heart disease during and after hospitalization:ACE inhibitors (ramipril, lisinopril, enalapril, or captopril), which lower high blood pressure and help prevent heart failure
Aspirin, which helps prevent new blood clots
Beta blockers (metoprolol, atenolol, and propranolol), which lower high blood pressure and reduce strain on the heart
Heparin, which helps prevent new blood clots
Medications to lower high cholesterol, including statins, niacin, and selective cholesterol absorption inhibitors
Medications to raise low blood pressure, which may be used in certain situations, such as in cardiogenic shock
Medications to treat cardiac arrhythmias, which include digitalis, beta blockers, verapamil, adenosine, lidocaine, or calcium channel blockers
Morphine, which reduces pain and anxiety and lowers the amount of oxygen the heart needs
Nitroglycerine, which helps widen narrowed coronary arteries and improves blood flow to the heart
Thrombolytic (clot-dissolving) drugs, which break up and dissolve the clot that is causing a heart attack. Thrombolytic drugs are most effective if given within three hours of the onset of chest pain.
Surgical treatments for heart disease
Surgical treatments vary depending on the specific type of heart disease and other factors. Surgical treatments may include:Angioplasty and stent placement to widen the artery using a balloon device. In most cases, a stent (hollow tube) is placed in the artery to keep it open.
Coronary artery bypass to graft new arteries to bypass the blocked coronary artery or arteries. Blood flow is then redirected through healthy new grafted arteries to the affected heart tissues.
Surgery to correct congenital heart defects
Surgery to replace or repair abnormal heart valves
Surgical implantation of a cardioverter-defibrillator or pacemaker to deliver electrical stimulation to the heart using a small device and electrical wires placed in the body. The electrical stimulation corrects abnormal heart rhythms (cardiac arrhythmias).
Other treatments for heart disease
Other treatments and therapies that may be recommended as part of a complete treatment program for heart disease include: Cardiac rehabilitation and physical therapy to help strengthen your body, reduce complications, increase alertness, reduce fatigue, and improve overall health and functional ability
Complementary or alternative treatments, such as acupuncture, massage therapy, and yoga to reduce stress, increase flexibility, and improve well-being. Complementary treatments are not a substitute for full medical care.
Palliative care to improve the overall quality of life for families and patients with serious diseases.
Regular follow-up care is very important to help monitor your treatment and progress and to address any problems or complications promptly.
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