Gemelli, through the Department of Cardiology, provides advanced treatment modalities for the different heart diseases, and most importantly, patient care holistically. The department comprises a broad spectrum of services, including minimally invasive procedures, cardiothoracic surgery to treat heart diseases, interventional treatment by cardiology, and rehabilitation-promoting heart health. All specialists work together to achieve accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment plans through the best technology available.
In addition to these services, the department places a strong emphasis on preventive cardiology, aiming to identify and mitigate risk factors before they lead to significant health issues. This proactive approach includes patient education on lifestyle modifications, such as diet and exercise, to maintain cardiovascular health.
The cardiology team at Gemelli is also actively involved in clinical research and trials, striving to stay at the forefront of cardiovascular medicine. By integrating research findings into clinical practice, they continuously enhance the quality of care provided to patients.
Philips 3D Echo – Cutting-Edge Cardiac Imaging Technology
As part of Policlinico Universitario Gemelli’s commitment to pioneering medical innovations, the center is equipped with the Philips 3D Echo, one of the most advanced echocardiography devices in the world. This state-of-the-art system revolutionizes cardiac diagnostics by providing highly detailed, real-time 3D imaging of the heart’s structure and function. This allows physicians to assess heart conditions with unprecedented clarity and accuracy, ensuring timely and precise diagnoses.
The Philips 3D Echo system is particularly valuable for analyzing heart valve function and complex cardiac disorders such as heart failure, cardiomyopathy, and congenital valve defects. It also plays a crucial role in interventional cardiology procedures, including catheter-based heart treatments and minimally invasive cardiac surgeries, enhancing precision and reducing the need for traditional open-heart surgery.
With this technology, Policlinico Universitario Gemelli solidifies its status as a leading advanced medical center, offering patients cutting-edge diagnostic capabilities and highly effective treatment solutions. This investment in the latest innovations elevates the standard of care, ensuring optimal health outcomes and transforming patient experiences.
• Typical Cases: The hospital usually treats predominantly ischemic cardiomyopathy, congenital heart defects, heart failure, arrhythmias, and coronary artery disease.
• Surgery Expertise: Cardiac Surgery Unit treats surgical diseases of the heart in adults performing high volumes of surgeries every year.
• Full-fledged Care: The Geriatrics and Rehabilitation Unit of the Gemelli Hospital treats cardiovascular diseases including acute heart failure, ischemic heart disease, and arrhythmias.
• Diagnostic Imaging: The Comprehensive Abdominal-Pelvic, Thoracic, and Cardiovascular Radiology Unit of the hospital employs the latest imaging techniques to establish a precise diagnosis of any cardiovascular condition.
The advanced imaging modalities provide an accurate diagnosis and monitoring of heart conditions.
Preventive Cardiology is all about risk assessments and lifestyles that would avoid the development or progression of cardiovascular diseases.
It includes assessment of heart failure and treatment options directed towards improving quality of life.
This therapy is one of the most important treatments of CAD. The method is minimally invasive to unblock heart arteries which have become blocked or narrowed so that more blood could flow to the heart and risk for heart attacks could be reduced. A catheter, which has a small balloon on its end, would then be inserted into the artery involved in the procedure; the balloon would be inflated to open the artery and a stent would be placed to keep the artery open. Angina has been liberated by PCI, normal blood flow has been resumed to the heart, and therefore, its functions have been enhanced.
At Gemelli, the Department of Cardiology offers advanced treatment modalities for various heart diseases, emphasizing holistic patient care. The department provides a comprehensive range of services, including minimally invasive procedures like PCI, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology treatments, and rehabilitation programs to promote heart health. A multidisciplinary team of specialists collaborates to ensure accurate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans, utilizing the latest available technology.
Recognized as Italy’s Best Hospital 2024 by Newsweek and Statista, Gemelli continues to set benchmarks in medical excellence.
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