Expert Valvular Heart Disease Treatment
Dr. Chandrashekar Nagegowda provides expert assessment and management of heart valve conditions. Heart valve diseases occur when one or more of the heart's four valves don't work properly, affecting blood flow through the heart.
Types of Heart Valve Disease
- Stenosis: Valve opening is narrowed, restricting blood flow
- Regurgitation: Valve doesn't close properly, causing blood to leak backward
- Mitral Valve Prolapse: Mitral valve leaflets bulge into left atrium
Common Valve Conditions
- Mitral Valve Disease: Most common, affects left side of heart
- Aortic Valve Disease: Affects main artery from heart
- Tricuspid Valve Disease: Affects right side of heart
Symptoms of Valve Disease
- Shortness of breath
- Fatigue and weakness
- Swollen ankles and feet
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Dizziness or fainting
- Heart murmur
Our Treatment Approach
- Echocardiography: Advanced imaging for accurate diagnosis
- Medication Management: Drugs to reduce symptoms and strain on heart
- Lifestyle Guidance: Activity modifications and heart-healthy diet
- Surgical Referral: Referral for valve repair or replacement when needed
Why Choose Dr. Chandrashekar?
- FIE (Fellow of Indian Academy of Echocardiography)
- Expert in advanced strain imaging for valve assessment
- Comprehensive cardiac evaluation
- Convenient clinic locations in Bengaluru