Cardiac

Cardiac pertains to anything associated with the heart. For example, cardiac arrest refers to the sudden stoppage of heart function, and cardiac muscles are the muscles that make up the heart’s walls, enabling it to pump blood. It’s essentially a catch-all term for everything heart-related in medicine.

Cardiac can be related to various conditions and treatments involving the heart.

Cardiac Arrest: Sudden loss of heart function, leading to an abrupt stop of blood flow to the body.
Cardiac Output: The amount of blood the heart pumps in a minute.
Cardiomyopathy: Disease of the heart muscle affecting its size, shape, or thickness.
Cardiac Catheterization: A diagnostic procedure to check for heart problems, like blocked arteries.

There are several tests that doctors use to assess cardiac health . Here are some common ones:

Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG): Measures the electrical activity of the heart.
Echocardiogram: Uses ultrasound to create images of the heart’s structure and function.
Stress Test: Evaluates heart function under physical stress, often involving walking on a treadmill or pedaling a stationary bike.
Holter Monitoring: A portable ECG device worn for 24-48 hours to monitor heart activity over time.
Cardiac Catheterization: Involves inserting a catheter into the heart to diagnose and treat heart conditions.
Coronary Angiography: Uses X-ray imaging to see the heart’s blood vessels.
Blood Tests: Check for levels of substances like cholesterol, triglycerides, and markers of heart damage.
CT Scan for Calcium Scoring: Measures calcium deposits in the heart’s arteries, indicating potential blockages.