The expert urged to check the heart once a year after 35 years

Diseases of the cardiovascular system (CVD) remain the main cause of death among Russians, accounting for almost 50% of cases. Nikita Safonov, cardiologist, cardiovascular surgeon, Candidate of Medical Sciences, told how to keep a healthy heart on September 30. "Газете.Ru ".

He noted that despite the successes of the healthcare system (mortality from heart attack decreased by more than 21%, from stroke — by 15%), the next step in the fight against CVD is to pay more attention to the management of modifiable risk factors.

"Modifiable risk factors for developing CVD include: overweight and obesity, smoking, poor nutrition, sedentary lifestyle, alcohol abuse, sleep disorders," Safonov said.

The doctor paid special attention to the arrhythmia. He reported that 29.2% of all deaths from myocardial infarction are associated with atrial fibrillation. According to him, these deaths could have been avoided, because atrial fibrillation is successfully treatable.

"If you are over 35 years old, then take the time to undergo a basic cardiology check-up at least once a year. The basic ap check includes: an electrocardiogram (ECG), ultrasound of the heart (echocardiography), measurement of blood pressure, pulse, heart rate, blood test for lipid profile, glucose level (or glycated hemoglobin, if there is diabetes mellitus or impaired glucose tolerance), as well as the level of the hormone TSH. expert recommendations for patients.

According to the doctor, it is advisable to do these examinations regularly, even if the patient has no complaints about the work of the heart.

"It is advisable to do these examinations regularly, even if the patient has no complaints about the work of the heart. If there are any complaints, it is important not to self-medicate, but to consult a doctor as soon as possible," he said.

The doctor urged patients with already diagnosed diseases to follow appointments and regularly come for monitoring, and even if there are no visible complaints, to undergo medical examinations and preventive examinations.

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