Cardiology Treatment and Prevention

Treatment and prevention of cardiac concerns

Our cardiologists in Dubai offer outstanding care to patients diagnosed with a heart condition or concern. Our cardiology treatments and therapies are delivered by a team with decades of experience who utilize the latest innovations and the most advanced techniques.

Treatments and therapies include

Lifestyle changes

Simple lifestyle changes can reduce the risk of heart disease and many other cardiology conditions and reduce the risk of having further episodes. Your cardiologist will discuss the big impact that things such as doing more exercise, eating a balanced diet and quitting smoking have on the health of your heart.

Medications

There are many types of medications that can be used to treat heart disease. Your cardiologist will discuss medication options with you in detail as some may have side effects. It may take some time to find a medication that suits you. Commonly prescribed heart mediations include

• Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors: Lower blood pressure by reducing the amount of a hormone responsible for the narrowing of blood vessels.
• Angiotensin-2 receptor blockers (ARBs): Work in a similar way to ACE inhibitors.
• Beta blockers: Used to treat high blood pressure and angina, they work by blocking the effect of a hormone which can slow down your heart rate.
• Blood thinning medication: Reduces the risk of blood clots forming which could lead to a heart attack.
• Calcium channel blockers: Relax the walls of the arteries to reduce high blood pressure.
• Diuretics: Flush out excess salt and water from the body to reduce blood pressure.
• Nitrates: Relax the blood vessels so more blood can pass through them.
• Statins: Are cholesterol lowering drugs and can help to prevent heart attacks.

Active surveillance

Sometimes, patients with a heart condition are monitored over a period, without taking any medication or undergoing a procedure. Cardiologists will closely monitor your symptoms and overall health.

Referral for specialized consultation

In certain instances, individuals experiencing arrhythmia may need a referral to electrophysiology specialists to explore the possibility of undergoing an ablation procedure or receiving an implantable device.

Surgery

If there is a build-up of fatty deposits in the blood vessels, and medications are unable to control the symptoms of heart disease, an interventional procedure or surgery may be required. For patients requiring an invasive procedure or surgery, we have access to the region’s most comprehensive range of cardiology services via the Mubadala Health network.

Cardiology prevention and risk management

At Mubadala Health Dubai, we offer preventive cardiology services. The team works closely with patients with the aim of identifying, assessing, managing, and treating risk factors that may lead to heart disease.

Our goal is to treat heart disease before it starts, rather than treating it once it has manifested. Our cardiologists offer supportive and compassionate care, helping patients to identify and understand risk factors, and ensuring they take proactive steps to maintain the health of their heart.

Our cardiologists tailor evaluations and treatment plans to the individual, creating realistic programs and setting achievable goals. Collaborating with other specialists when needed, the programs may be a combination of diet, exercise and medication management if needed, and are designed to ensure you maintain a healthy lifestyle whilst lowering the risk of heart disease.

Compassionate cardiology treatment and support

Whether you have been diagnosed with a heart condition, you are looking to prevent heart disease, or you need support in managing the risk factors, our Cardiology clinic in Dubai is here to help you. Book an appointment today.