The Beating Heart Blogs
Welcome to The Beating Heart Blogs by Dr. Dhiren Shah. Stretched over many years, with over a few hundred pages of posts and content, The Beating Heart Blogs is one of the kind. Updated routinely, we bring you the latest patient education information as well as the latest medical techniques, practices and know-hows here.
Did you know about this interesting heart fact?
Did you know about this interesting heart fact? Your heart's aorta has the same dimeter as a garden hose ! #dhirenshah#healthyheart#hearthealth#heartfacts#cardiacsurgery
Did you know that a heart surgery patient can also enjoy adventures?
Did you know that a heart surgery patient can also enjoy adventures? Follow this page for one such patient's adventure video coming soon.www.dhirenshah.in#hearthealth#heartsurgery#dhirenshah#cardiacsurgery
9th Heart Transplant Successfully Completed
DR. DHIREN SHAH WRITES I am proud to share the success story in both English and Gujarati for the 9th heart transplant performed by me and my cardiac surgery team at CIMS Hospital in July 2019.THE HEART TRANSPLANT STORY15 year old brain-dead boy keeps 42 year old...
Know what a heathy cardiac diet should NOT include and make a healthy choice.
Know what a heathy cardiac diet should NOT include and make a healthy choice. Trans Fats - Fried, processed and fast foods - increases plaque build up & cholesterol Sodium - We typically eat twice the daily requirement of sodium - Causes high blood pressure...
Know what a heathy cardiac diet should include and make your heart happy.
Know what a heathy cardiac diet should include and make your heart happy. Fibers - 5-10 Grams can reduce cholesterol by 3%. And can help lower the blood pressure. Fruits & Vegetables - Can help you reduce the risk of heart problems by 4%. Omega 3 Fatty acids -...
Stress, anxiety and depression have some actual physical effects on your heart, know how!
Stress, anxiety and depression have some actual physical effects on your heart, know how! Causes fat cells to convert in to cholesterol. Causes irregular heartbeats & palpitations. Platelets tend to become sticky & deposit in arteries. Raises the blood...
Post Surgery Guide by Dr. Dhiren Shah
DR. DHIREN SHAH WRITES The Post Surgery Guide Video made based on high patient demand.THE POST SURGERY GUIDE VIDEOThis pre, and post heart surgery guide by Dr. Dhiren Shah. Due to high request for a Hindi video this has been created to help our patients and their...
Landmark TAVI/TAVR procedure done on a conscious sedation.
DR. DHIREN SHAH WRITES Recently completed a landmark TAVI/TAVR procedure done on a conscious sedation by Dr. Dhiren Shah and Dr. Keyur Parikh at CIMS Hospital in Ahmedabad.THE TAVI & TAVR "AWAKE" CASELandmark TAVI/TAVR procedure done on a conscious sedation by Dr....
Here is how orange beneficial for your heart health.
Here is how orange beneficial for your heart health. Orange juice is rich in an antioxidant called Hespridin, which improves blood vessel function and reduce the heart disease risk#hearthealth#healthyheart#oranges#dhirenshah#ahmedabad
TAVI on High Risk 72 Year Old using MYVAL successful!
DR. DHIREN SHAH WRITES The best results possible! Successfully and expertly completed a TAVI on High Risk 72 Year Old using MYVAL!THE TAVI HIGH RISK STORYToday, a TAVI procedure was performedin on a high risk patient aged 72 years, who had severe aortic stenosis post...
Know how are the apples beneficial for your heart health.
Know how are the apples beneficial for your heart health. Apple are packed with pectin which is a soluble that blocks the cholesterol from getting absorbed and increases its use by the body rather than storing them. Peels of the apple are rich in polyphenols,...
Curry leaves are beneficial for your heart, here’s how!
Curry leaves are beneficial for your heart, here's how! Curry leaves are rich sources of antioxidants which prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol (LDL) and in turn increases the levels of good cholesterol (HDL) in our blood. This help in preventions of heart...
Here’s a surprising fact about the human heart. Did you know this?
Here's a surprising fact about the human heart. Did you know this? EVERY DAY, YOUR HEART BEATS ABOUT 1 LAKH TIMES, SENDING 7,570 LITERS OF BLOOD THROUGH OUT YOUR BODY. #funfact#humanheart#heart#organ#hearthealth#healthyyou
Did you know this?
Did you know this? A good laugh can send 20% more blood flowing through your entire body. One study found that when people watched a funny movie, blood flow increased. That's why laughter is a great antidote to stress....
What is artherosclerosis?
What is artherosclerosis? Artherosclerosis is a condition in which the arteries of the heart harden & narrow down restricting the blood flow through the body. Factors such as high blood pressure, smoking and high cholesterol causes a damage to the internal walls...
What are the Goal of CIMS Heart Failure Clinic ?
The Goals of CIMS Heart Failure Clinic include: Complete evaluation to determine cause of heart failure Determine disease progression/ prognosis. Identify best treatment regimen. IF you feel the goals of CIMS and the cardiac surgeon Dr. Dhiren Shah match with your...
What is Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction(LVEF)?
LVEF: is percentage of blood that pumps out of the heart during each beat. LVEF: is a measurement to see how well the heart is functioning. A low LVEF number can occur if your heart muscle has been damaged as a result of: Heart attack Long-term, uncontrolled blood...
How to Diagnose Heart Failure?
Medical History and Physical Examination: Check for the presence of risk factors, such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease or diabetes. Examine the neck veins and check for fluid buildup in abdomen and legs. Blood tests: Of kidney, liver and thyroid...