Understanding Aortic Regurgitation: When the Heart’s Valve Doesn’t Close Properly
Aortic regurgitation, also known as aortic valve regurgitation or aortic valve insufficiency is a type of heart valve disease that occurs when the aortic valve does not close properly. This allows blood to leak backward into the heart instead of moving efficiently to the rest of the body. Over time, this extra volume of blood […]
Understand Irregular Heartbeat Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
An irregular heartbeat, also known as arrhythmia, is the condition where the heart beats in an irregular rhythm. Irregular heartbeat can be harmless or temporary but it also can cause serious heart conditions. It is important to understand the causes and observe the early symptoms to find the best effective treatment options for maintaining a […]
Monitor Your Heart Rate: A Complete Guide for Women
Heart rate, or pulse rate, refers to the number of times the heart beats per minute (bpm). It is a direct reflection of how hard the heart is working to circulate blood through the body. While a “normal” range applies broadly across adults, individual variation is significant. Several factors specific to women, including hormonal fluctuations, […]
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women: Warning Signs Every Woman Should Know
A heart attack (myocardial infarction) occurs when blood flow to part of the heart muscle is blocked, usually by a build-up of plaque in the coronary arteries. While heart disease is often perceived as a “man’s disease,” it is the leading cause of death in women globally. Recognising the early warning signs of a heart […]
Heart Palpitations: A Symptom You Should Not Overlook | AHVC
Heart palpitations refer to the awareness of your own heartbeat — typically when it feels unusually fast, irregular, or forceful. You may notice this sensation in your chest, throat, or neck. Episodes can last a few seconds or persist for several minutes.
Ischemic Heart Disease Symptoms, causes, and prevention | AHVC
Ischaemic heart disease (IHD) is one of the leading causes of death in Singapore, accounting for approximately one-fifth of all deaths according to 2021 data. Yet it is also one of the most preventable serious conditions — if the warning signs are recognised early and appropriate action is taken. This article explains what ischaemic heart […]
SMuRF-less Heart Attack
Heart Attacks Without Warning: Can It Happen to Healthy People? When we think about heart attacks, we usually imagine someone with clear risk factors (smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes). But here’s the surprising truth:Some people have heart attacks without any of these. What Does “SMuRF-less” Actually Mean? SMuRF stands for Standard Modifiable […]
Holter Monitoring : A Simple Way To Track Your Heart
Introduction Ambulatory Electrocardiography Monitoring, commonly known as a holter monitor, is a test used to track the heart’s electrical activity over a few days, as long as 2 weeks. It helps doctors detect irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) that may not appear during a standard ECG. How It Works? A holter monitor is a small, portable sticker […]
Familial Hypercholesterolemia (Fh) : Everything You Need To Know
I’m sure most of us have heard that high cholesterol can increase the risk of heart disease. But for some, high cholesterol isn’t just about lifestyle. It’s inherited and this condition is called Familial Hypercholesterolemia also known as FH. What is FH? Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a genetic condition which causes very high levels of […]
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 […]