A doctor who is an a specialist in minimally invasive, catheter-based treatments for the diagnosis and treatment of heart and vascular issues is known as an interventional cardiologist. These methods entail inserting slender, pliable tubes into blood arteries to access the heart and other regions.

Interventional cardiologists are experts in using minimally invasive, catheter-based procedures to treat a wide range of heart and vascular diseases. They treat coronary artery disease (CAD) by putting stents in place and doing angioplasty to open up blocked or constricted coronary arteries. These professionals treat harmful bulges in the aorta that are prone to rupture, known as aortic aneurysms, and deal with congenital heart abnormalities, which are present from birth.

Heart disease is diagnosed through various methods, including physical exams, blood tests for cholesterol and biomarkers, electrocardiograms (ECGs) to assess heart rhythm, echocardiograms for imaging, stress tests to evaluate heart function under exertion, and angiograms to visualize blood flow in the arteries. These tests aid cardiologists in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Risk factors for heart disease include high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, smoking, obesity, diabetes, physical inactivity, unhealthy diet, excessive alcohol consumption, and family history of heart disease. Managing these factors through lifestyle changes and medical interventions can significantly reduce the risk of developing heart disease.

To prevent heart disease, maintain a healthy lifestyle by exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, managing stress effectively, maintaining a healthy weight, monitoring blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and seeking regular medical check-ups.