For patients with advanced heart failure, medications alone may no longer be enough to help the heart pump blood effectively. A Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD), often referred to as an artificial heart pump, can help improve blood flow, relieve symptoms, and enhance quality of life. Learn how LVADs work, who may benefit from them, and what to expect before, during and after implantation.
Sleep problems are common among people with heart failure, and research shows the relationship goes both ways. Conditions such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and insomnia can worsen heart failure symptoms, while heart failure itself often leads to disturbed or poor-quality sleep. Recognising this two-way connection is an important step toward better symptom control and long-term heart health.
Wondering what an echocardiogram reveals? Learn how this non-invasive test helps diagnose heart conditions and why it matters for patients in Singapore.
Heart failure occurs when the heart struggles to pump blood efficiently, leading to serious health complications. The two main types are heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF). Understanding these, along with how ejection fraction plays a role, is key to early diagnosis and effective treatment.
In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an unavoidable companion for many, lurking around every corner of our lives. Its profound impact on heart health, from elevating blood pressure to promoting unhealthy habits, emphasises the critical need for proactive stress management to safeguard our cardiovascular wellness.
Heart failure is a prevalent cardiovascular condition affecting millions globally, with an average age of onset at 50 years in
