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When you can't catch your breath: all about shortness of breath

Shortness of breath, also known as dyspnoea, feels as though not enough air is getting into the lungs. It can be incidental or The chest will be tense, and breathing will be shallow, requiring effort to inhale and exhale. There are several reasons as to why someone may be struggling with shortness of breath, ranging from psychological to internal issues of the cardiopulmonary system.

Having a stress echocardiogram

A stress echocardiogram is a test that shows how well the heart works under increased stress, such as during physical exercise. Here, Dr Ahmed Elghamaz, renowned consultant cardiologist, provides an expert insight into a stress echocardiogram, offering reassurance for patients on safety and what to expect, as well as the next steps following the procedure.

What is complex coronary intervention?

The name 'complex coronary intervention' sounds intimidating, but this blocked coronary artery procedure has advanced from traditional, high-risk open-heart surgery. It's transformed from a long recovery, to an effective operation where patients can go home on the same day and get back to normal life within a week. Here to offer his expertise in what's involved in complex coronary intervention is leading consultant cardiologist in London, Dr Ahmed Elghamaz.   

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