Artículos médicos de The Harley Street Clinic - part of HCA Healthcare

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A pacemaker is a device that is implanted under the skin to regulate an irregular heartbeat. How does haven’t a pacemaker affect someone’s life? Esteemed London-based consultant cariologist Dr Fu Siong Ng explains what devices and sports can pose a risk, and how best to keep yourself safe from risks, which in most cases are minor.

Por Dr Fu Siong Ng
11.07.22
Cardiología

How do implantable cardiovascular defibrillators work?

Leading consultant cardiologist Dr Fu Siong Ng explains how implantable cardiovascular defibrillators (ICDs) monitor and correct the heart rate in this informative article.

Por Dr Fu Siong Ng
16.05.22
Cardiología

Ask an expert: what is an arrhythmia?

A heart that beats too fast, too slow or with an irregular rhythm can reveal arrhythmia, a condition that affects more than two million people in the UK. Highly acclaimed consultant cardiologist, Dr Fu Siong Ng, explains what exactly is an arrhythmia, what are its noticeable symptoms, and how can arrhythmias be managed – with lifestyle changes and with medical treatment.

Beating heart coronary bypass surgery: why is it so advantageous? Find out here in one of today's informative articles!

Por Mr Alberto Albanese
11.05.22
Cirugía torácica

Beating heart coronary bypass surgery: why is it so advantageous?

Beating heart coronary bypass surgery is a recently introduced surgical treatment which is specifically designed for patients suffering from coronary artery disease. Here, highly regarded London and Basildon-based consultant cardiothoracic surgeon Mr Alberto Albanese, explains in detail how exactly the procedure is performed, and how it differs from traditional coronary bypass surgery.

Looking into a heart ablation operation room through a window

Por Dr Fu Siong Ng
10.05.22
Cardiología

How many times can you have a catheter ablation?

Catheter ablation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to correct short-circuiting in the electrical circuit of the heart. Dr Fu Siong Ng, highly esteemed consultant cardiologist, explains what a catheter ablation does, what is the recovery like and how many times a catheter ablation can be performed for the same patient.

Por Mr George Asimakopoulos
26.04.22
Cardiología

An expert explains: How is coronary artery bypass grafting performed?

Leading consultant cardiac surgeon Mr George Asimakopoulos sheds light on what is involved in the coronary artery bypass grafting procedure in this informative article. He also offers expert insight on the recovery process following treatment.

Por Dr Niket Patel
06.04.22
Cardiología

Interventional cardiology: a deeper look inside

Interventional cardiology allows the heart to be operated on without the need for open heart surgery. How is this possible? Esteemed, London-based consultant interventional cardiologist Dr Niket Patel discusses his area of expertise, looking at how more and more patients are being treated with interventional cardiology.

Woman holding the pink breast cancer symbol

Por Mr Mohsen El Gammal
24.03.22
Radiología

Tiny breast lumps: Spotted with a handheld scanner

Breast cancer can be treated with success, but despite survival rates increasing every year, prevention and early detection remain key for recovery. Now, early diagnosis of breast cancer could be helped with a new high-tech, handheld scanner.

Por Dr Fu Siong Ng
21.03.22
Cardiología

Can your smart watch detect atrial fibrillation?

Atrial fibrillation is the most common heart rhythm disorder, whereby an irregular heartbeat can lead to breathlessness, palpitations and fatigue. Unfortunately, the condition puts patients at higher risk of blood clots and strokes, so careful management is required. To give an all-you-need-to-know guide to atrial fibrillation, renowned consultant cardiologist Dr Fu Siong Ng offers expert insight on diagnosis and treatment of the condition, as well as discussing how the condition can be prevented.

Read our latest article to find out what exactly a bone marrow transplant is and who might need one.

Por Dr Varun Mehra
03.03.22
Hematología

Bone marrow transplant: who might require it?

Read our latest article to find out what exactly a bone marrow transplant is and who might need one, as leading London-based consultant haematologist, Dr Varun Mehra, answers all the commonly asked questions in relation to bone marrow transplants.

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