Apollo Hospitals launched dedicated Syncope clinic during the Arrhythmia Summit 2023
Apollo Hospitals launched dedicated Syncope clinic during the Arrhythmia Summit 2023
An event to create awareness of the latest medical technology available to treat heart rhythm disorders
Chennai, January 9 2023: Apollo Heart Institutes part of Apollo Hospitals Group, Asia’s largest and most trusted multi-specialty chain of hospitals recently hosted the Arrhythmia Summit 2023 in Chennai. The summit witnessed more than 350 participants including cardiologists, cardio-physicians, intensivists, and general practitioners across the state. The annual summit was organized by Dr AM Karthigesan, Clinical Lead, Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology, Apollo Hospitals. The one day event focused on sharing the latest updates in the field of ECG, Cardiac arrhythmias, and Heart failure management. A dedicated Syncope clinic was launched by Dr. R.K.Venkatachalam, Director of Medical Services, Apollo Hospital along with Dr. AM Karthigesan during the summit.
Syncope is another word for fainting or passing out. People who are unconscious and go limp are said be in the state of Syncope. The clinic aims to provide comprehensive diagnosis, treatment and evaluation in collaboration with Neurologist.
Dr. R.K.Venkatachalam said, “People should not take this condition light, as fainting or loss of consciousness are often symptoms of a more serious issue. If a person has gone into the state of syncope, due to abnormal heart rhythm, urgent medical attention is required as leaving unattended can lead to death. An expert electrophysiologist’s intervention is essential to identify and treat irregular heart rhythm.”
Dr AM Karthigesan, Clinical Lead, Cardiac Pacing and Electrophysiology, Apollo Hospitals, said, “A person enters syncope when blood flow to the brain gets reduced or stops abruptly. Patients with this condition often frustrated due to repeated episodes of unconsciousness and not able to get appropriate treatment. We at Apollo Hospitals have started this dedicated facility to provide accurate diagnosis, proper treatment and to educate patients.”
The lecture was addressed by National and International experts in the field of cardiac arrhythmia and devices. Apollo Heart Institutes has been offering the most advanced diagnostic and treatment options to cardiac patients with irregular heart rhythm, among cardiac electrophysiology study, 3D mapping, radiofrequency ablation, conduction system pacing, Cryo Balloon Ablation and laser lead extraction to name a few.
About Apollo Hospitals:
It was in 1983, that Dr Prathap C Reddy made a pioneering endeavor by launching India’s first corporate hospital - Apollo Hospitals in Chennai. Now, as Asia’s foremost trusted integrated healthcare group, its presence includes over 12,000 beds across 72 Hospitals and 4100 pharmacies, over 120 Primary Care clinics and 650 Diagnostic centres, 700 plus Teleclinics, over 15 medical education centres and a Research Foundation with a focus on global Clinical Trials. The most recent investment was the commissioning of South East Asia’s very first Proton Therapy Centre in Chennai.
Every four days, the Apollo Hospitals Group touches a million lives, in its mission to bring healthcare of international standards within the reach of every individual. In a rare honour, the Government of India had issued a commemorative stamp in recognition of Apollo's contribution, the first for a healthcare organization. Apollo Hospitals Chairman, Dr Prathap C Reddy, was conferred with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan in 2010.
For 38 years, the Apollo Hospitals Group has continuously excelled and maintained leadership in medical innovation, world-class clinical services and cutting-edge technology. Its hospitals are consistently ranked amongst the best hospitals in the country for advanced medical services.
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