Private HospitalIstanbul (Gebze), Turkey
Anadolu Medical Center is one of the most modern, comprehensive and respected hospitals in Turkey. Anadolu is affiliated with John Hopkins Hospital.
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16 hospitalsList rheumatic heart disease treatment
20Countries with hospitals listed
Rheumatic Heart Disease Treatment abroad is priced per case at 16 hospitals, with 20 countries listed in total. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Description of Rheumatic Heart Disease Treatment:
What is rheumatic heart disease?
This is a devastating disease that stiffens and damages the heart’s valves due to inflammation. It disrupts the normal blood flow of the heart. The disease usually affects the left-sided heart valves. However, due to malfunction of the left-sided heart valves the right side valves are damaged indirectly.
Causes of rheumatic heart disease
Risk factors
Symptoms of rheumatic heart disease
Diagnosis
Prevention and treatment of rheumatic heart disease
- It is caused by a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Group A Streptococcus (GAS).When the body is exposed to the bacterium it generates antibodies to destroy the bacteria. However, the bacterial cell wall and heart tissue are similar in structure and the antibodies may attack the heart tissue as well as the bacteria.
- Rheumatic heart disease usually occurs after repeated heart valve damage due to repeated episodes of acute rheumatic fever which may sometimes be asymptomatic. In the early stages, it manifests in a leakiness of a left-sided valve which leaks blood from the lower ventricle to the upper atrium. The mitral valve can also narrow or constrict resulting in obstructed blood flow. The back pressure from this can cause leakiness of the right-sided valves and the right chambers may enlarge.
Risk factors
- Overcrowding
- Poor access to healthcare
- Inadequate hygiene
- Lack of awareness
Symptoms of rheumatic heart disease
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue
- Ankle swelling
- Formation of blood clots
- Palpitations
- Stroke
- Dizziness
- Chest pain
Diagnosis
- If you experience the symptoms of rheumatic heart disease you should see your doctor.
- The doctor suspects that you have rheumatic heart disease he will need to identify abnormal heart murmurs. This is generated from the diseased heart valves and may be inaccurate in the early stages.
- Some of the procedures that can be carried out to diagnose rheumatic heart disease include balloon dilatation of the narrowed valve, open-heart valve surgery, and echocardiography.
- Echocardiography involves scanning of the heart using ultrasound. It helps to diagnose and identify the affected valves which are thick and distorted.
Prevention and treatment of rheumatic heart disease
- Primordial prevention: This focuses on better living conditions, access to medical care and proper hygiene.
- Primary prevention: This focuses on treating all GAS sore throat by penicillin to prevent he initial attack. Oral antibiotic may be administered for 10 days or single intramuscular injection.
- Secondary prevention: This focuses on administering penicillin after initial acute rheumatic fever attack to avoid re-infection which in turn prevents subsequent episodes.
- Surgery: This is required to replace or repair damaged heart valves.
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Risks
Complications of rheumatic fever:
Mild rheumatic heart disease can usually be treated with medication, such as ACE inhibitors, which relax your arteries, making it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body.
-Atrial fibrillation: This is a heart condition that causes an abnormally fast and irregular heart rate. Treatment involves medication to control the heart rhythm and medication to prevent stroke.
-Heart failure: This leads to extensive damage to the heart to the point it cannot pump enough blood around the body. Treatment involves surgery to expand damaged valve with a balloon or to replace it with an artificial valve.
-Endocarditis prophylaxis: This is an infection of the heart valves. Antibiotics are given during surgery to prevent infection.
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Hospitals and clinics offering Rheumatic Heart Disease Treatment abroad
Rheumatic Heart Disease Treatment is listed by 16 hospitals abroad. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
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Private HospitalEnsenada, Mexico
JCIPrice on requestWelcome to our Private Hospital, where a friendly and courteous team of medical specialists with a wealth of scientific knowledge and ethical standards is committed to taking care of your healthcare needs. Our goal is to provide unmatched medical care by constantly innovating and investing in the tr
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Private HospitalSakarya/Istanbul, Turkey
ISOPrice on requestOur hospital is a leading medical facility in Turkey, with highly specialized doctors, advanced technology, and 40+ procedures. Our facility has 200 beds, 81 doctors, and 50 ICU units. We prioritize patient well-being with VIP services, including hotel stays, checkups, and transportation. Our focus
DoctorsİHProf. İbrahim Halil Ulas Bildirici
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Private HospitalMalaga, Spain
JCIPrice on requestThe Cardiology Area has become a great benchmark at Vithas Xanit International Hospital. We offer personalised care, fast diagnosis for any cardiovascular disease with the most advanced technology.
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Private HospitalMedellín, Colombia
ISOPrice on requestIt is characterized by being one of the most modern and best equipped in the city and the country, with state-of-the-art technology that makes it possible to carry out all diagnostic procedures, treatment and integral rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease.
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Public University HospitalHaifa, Israel
JCIPrice on requestThe Department of Cardiology performs all examinations and tests related to heart disease, and treats the entire range of these disorders. Patients at Rambam Health Care Campus requiring diagnosis, treatment, and/or clinical follow-up of heart diseases are hospitalized in this department.
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Public University HospitalTel Aviv, Israel
The Division of Cardiology at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center cares for the complete spectrum of heart patients, from critically ill patients (such as heart attack patients); to chronic patients who require ongoing therapeutic monitoring, or rehabilitation; to patients seeking preventive care.
DoctorsGKProf. Gad Keren
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Private HospitalTirana, Albania
ISOPrice on requestAmerican Hospital Albania is a premier private healthcare network in Tirana, offering advanced technology, renowned specialists, and comprehensive medical services. It delivers modern, patient-focused care trusted by both local and international patients.
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Private HospitalMumbai, India
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SevenHills Group of Hospitals (SHHL) has been delivering Healthcare services at the highest level, since past 25 years. SevenHills Hospital, Mumbai, is a world class integrated Healthcare Delivery System, that provides comprehensive Healthcare...
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Private HospitalMexico City, Mexico
JCIPrice on requestPrestigious destination that conducts first class medical procedures.
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