ASM August 2025
Every year, Asian Heart & Vascular Centre hold our Annual Science Meeting to share and exchange medical knowledge with other medical professionals. In this 2025, our doctors share on the topic, Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease – Practical Tips For The Busy Clinicians. Following are the topic discussed: Cardiovascular Disease & Obesity – Dr Cliff Wong […]
Difference Between Cardiologist, Cardiovascular & Cardiothoracic
Many people often get confused between a cardiologist, cardiovascular surgeon and cardiothoracic surgeon because they all deal with heart-related conditions. However, they have very different roles in treating heart problems. Let’s break it down : 1. Who is a Cardiologist? (The Heart Doctor) A cardiologist is like your heart’s personal doctor. They check your heart’s […]
Making sense of the different type of clips available to treat patient with mitral valve regurgitation
Mitral valve regurgitation is a serious heart condition where the mitral valve fails to close properly. This causes blood to flow backward from the left ventricle (lower chamber) into the left atrium (upper chamber) when the heart contracts, disrupting normal circulation. If this “back leak” is severe and not treated, it can lead to heart […]
Leadless Pacemaker : A Tiny Heart Helper Without Wires
Introduction A pacemaker is a small device that helps control a slow heartbeat. Traditionally, pacemakers consist of a pulse generator implanted under the skin and lead wires that connect the device to the heart. However, thanks to modern technology, we now have leadless pacemakers – tiny, wireless devices that work inside the heart without the […]
The Wellness Guide To Arrhythmia Management
Arrhythmia is a condition characterized by an abnormal heartbeat – it might be too fast, too slow, or irregular. While this can sound scary, many people live normal lives by managing it properly. Understanding your condition, recognizing symptoms, and making simple lifestyle changes can help keep your heart healthy. Understanding Arrhythmia Arrhythmia happens when the […]
Heart Attack : What It Is, Why It Happens & How To Prevent It
A heart attack happens when blood supply to the heart muscle is interrupted, causing damage to the heart muscle. This is a serious emergency that needs quick medical attention. What Causes a Heart Attack? The main reason for a heart attack is blockage of the heart arteries. This usually happens because: ● Fat and cholesterol […]
What Is Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion For Atrial Fibrillation (Af)?
When the heart is shaking during AF, blood flow becomes stagnant and blood clots are more likely to form. The brain is the first major organ to be supplied from blood pumped from the heart.
What Is Catheter Ablation For Atrial Fibrillation (Af)?
How can we suppress AF attacks? When do patients need to have catheter ablation? Atrial fibrillation is a serious condition that should not be ignored as it can be life-threatening if left untreated. Unfortunately, atrial fibrillation cannot heal and will only worsen with time. It is therefore important to suppress and prevent the AF from […]
What Is Atrial Fibrillation (Af Or Afib)?
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib), is the most common arrhythmia in the world. More than 80 million people around the world have been diagnosed with AF. AHVC cardiac electrophysiologist (heart doctor who specialises in AF and heart rhythm problem) Dr Pipin Kojodjojo will explain about commonly asked queries about AF. What is atrial fibrillation (AF)? […]
Sotatercept – Medication Use To Treat Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension (PAH)
Sotatercept is a new medication used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a severe condition characterized by elevated blood pressure in the arteries supplying the lungs. PAH leads to right heart strain, progressive heart failure, and eventually death if untreated. The FDA recently approved this medication for the treatment of PAH. Sotatercept works through a […]