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Dr Ramji Mehrotra | Are Flu and Heart Disease Linked?

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Influenza, commonly known as flu, and heart disease are two common health conditions that affect millions of people worldwide. While they may seem unrelated, there is growing evidence to suggest that they are linked to one another. This blog explores the connection between flu and heart disease and the potential implications for people living with these conditions. Heart disease is a term used to describe a group of conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart attacks, and stroke. People with heart disease are at increased risk of developing serious complications from flu, including pneumonia and other respiratory infections. Flu can also worsen existing heart problems, leading to an increased risk of hospitalization and death. One of the ways in which flu and heart disease are linked is through inflammation. Inflammation is a natural response of the body to infection or injury, but when it becomes chronic, it can contribute to the de

Dr Ramji Mehrotra - Best Cardiac Surgeon in Delhi, NCR

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  Dr. Ramji Mehrotra is a leading and one of the best Cardiothoracic Surgeon in India . He has an extensive experience of more than 26 years in the field of cardiology. He practises at the BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital in Delhi, which is part of the largest healthcare network in India offering a wide range of services. Dr Ramji Mehrotra areas of expertise include Beating Heart Surgery and Total Arterial CABG, Minimal Access Mitral and Aortic Valve repair and replacement, in addition to several successful procedures pertaining to valvular diseases, paediatric cardiac surgeries, septal defects, etc. He has special expertise in Arterial switches, double switches, Senning, Mustard, Norwood BDG, Fontan, PDA, Coarctation of aorta ASD, VSD, AV canals Rastelli, RV-PA conduits, Pulmonary atresia, TOF, Pediatric heart transplants, minimally invasive incision surgeries, pacemakers and redo complex congenital heart surgeries, etc. Dr Ramji Mehrotra has been associated with several pre

Dr Ramji Mehrotra | Principal Director and Chief -CTVS Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery

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               Dr Ramji Mehrotra (Principal director and chief -CTVS Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) explains that, being identified with coronary heart failure isn't always the end of life, it is able to be managed The heart is muscle and muscle is life. In a heart attack, some of the muscle dies when the arteries close for a long time. It is therefore important to immediately open the blood vessels during an attack to keep the heart muscle as good as possible and to prevent heart failure. Failure and then overall patient outcome. It is the golden hour after a heart attack that determines a patient's overall prognosis, whether they lead a paralyzed or active life. If not managed on time, This will gradually weaken the heart and develop into heart failure, “. Dr Ramji Malhotra further explained: It is important to know how well the muscles are working to understand whether heart failure is reversible and whether a person can go about their daily lives. After a heart attack,

Dr Ramji Mehrotra: - Tips for a Healthy Heart

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The heart is the most important muscle in the human body as it pumps blood and oxygen to all organs. Heart disease is a major cause of death in people across the world. Hence, everyone needs to be aware of heart disease, the common symptoms to watch out for, and the necessary precautions to avoid it. Common Types of Heart Disease Dr Ramji Mehrotra state that, the most common type of heart disease is coronary heart disease or coronary artery disease. In this, arteries become clogged with plaque. As arteries supply blood to the heart, the blood supply reduces, causing the heart to receive less oxygen and nutrients. This causes the risk of heart failure. Congenital heart defects are those that are present from birth. Some of the common congenital heart defects are abnormal heart valves, septal defects, or atresia. Arrhythmia pertains to an irregular heartbeat. In this, the heart beats erratically because the electric impulses coordinating the heartbeat don’t work properly. Arrh