FAQ's

Dr. Deepak Saha consults at TX Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. Patients should confirm the current consultation location and availability before visiting.

An interventional cardiologist evaluates and treats conditions such as coronary artery disease, narrowed or blocked heart arteries, certain heart valve disorders, and selected structural heart conditions using catheter-based procedures.

You should consult a cardiologist if you experience chest discomfort, breathlessness, palpitations, dizziness, unusual fatigue, or swelling in your legs. People with high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or a family history of heart disease may also benefit from cardiac evaluation.

Coronary angiography is a diagnostic procedure that uses contrast dye and X-ray imaging to examine the arteries supplying blood to the heart. It helps identify blockages and guides decisions about appropriate treatment.

No. Treatment depends on the severity and location of the blockage, symptoms, blood flow, and overall health. Some patients may benefit from medication and lifestyle changes, while others may require angioplasty or another intervention.

A chronic total occlusion is a complete blockage of a coronary artery that has generally been present for at least three months. CTO treatment requires specialized assessment to determine whether an intervention is appropriate and likely to provide meaningful benefits.

Bring previous medical reports, ECGs, echocardiograms, angiography images or reports, blood test results, prescriptions, and a list of your current medications. These records can help the cardiologist understand your medical history and recommend appropriate care.