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Swiss doctors shed light on
preventative methods to
combat and reduce the risks
of cardiovascular disease (CVD)
in the Middle East
(Dubai, UAE) -
Cardiovascular disease (CVD)
accounts for 30% of all
deaths in the UAE, according
to the World Health
Organization (WHO), yet
those at risk of suffering
from heart problems can
easily prevent it through
behavior and lifestyle
changes.
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doctors from luxury Swiss
clinic, Nescens Clinique de
Genolier, have cited a
number of preventative
methods in order to combat
and reduce the risk of CVD
in the Middle East.
Among
the contributing factors to
doctors’ concerns has been
the increase in the
diagnoses of diabetic
patients across the region.
Dr
Henri Sunthorn, a specialist
in interventional
rhythmology at Nescens
Clinique De Genolier said,
“The number of diabetic
children and adults has had
a knock-on effect to other
more complicated diseases.
Whether they are type 1 or
2, diabetics are dealing
with a chronic disease that
impacts other organs such as
the eyes, kidneys and more
importantly the heart.
“As
with all diseases,
prevention is better than
cure. Considering Type 2
diabetes can be prevented
outright, several of the
lifestyle changes that have
an impact on pre-diabetics
will also significantly
reduce the risk of
cardiovascular disease.”
Dr
Alain Guidon, specialist in
cardiology and
cardiovascular
rehabilitation and Dr Vitali
Verin, specialist in
invasive cardiology for
Nescens Clinique De Genolier
echo Dr Sunthorn’s concerns
about the dramatic need for
lifestyle changes in order
to reduce risk of heart
diseases.
Dr
Verin said, “A lot of
coronary diseases in the
region can be attributed to
obesity, diabetes, smoking
and a sedentary lifestyle.”
Dr
Guidon added, “Even the
simplest changes such as a
balanced diet, avoiding
tobacco and regular physical
exercise can have an
immediate impact. Added to
this, cutting out red meat,
consuming a variety of
fruits and vegetables and
monitoring salt intake will
further reduce risk of
disease.”
In
addition to altering
negatively impacting habits,
experts stress the
importance of early
detection which, through an
effective global care
network, can prevent further
complications.
State-of-the-art practices
and equipment at the Nescens
Clinique De Genolier,
coupled with their ability
to tap into the larger Swiss
Medical Network has earned
the clinic a reputation as
one of the leading
preventive medical
establishments globally.
“We
benefit from the most recent
medical techniques allowing
optimal heart exploration,
which is a strength.
Experienced cardiologists
are accredited to the Swiss
Medical Network. On top of
this, I have connections
with different institutions
including University
Hospital which offers a
large network of care,” said
Dr Guidon.
Doctors from the Clinique
suggest that any
intervention considered
should be part of a complete
medical program led by a
specialist in internal
medicine coordinating the
interventions of various
specialists, including
cardiologists, using the
results of the various
examinations to prepare a
comprehensive care program.
Referred to as their “global
approach” focus, the
Clinique’s widespread
network of professionals
supplement their in-depth
and customizable cardiac
check-up programs, designed
to detect complications and
help doctors prepare
appropriate care plans.
Dr
Sunthorn added, “While most
of the cardiac exams
practiced in Nescens are
common in other clinics in
Switzerland and around the
world, what differs and what
strengthens us here at
Nescens is the proximity to
the Clinique de Genolier.
“Most
of the specialists at
Clinique de Genolier have
their medical office on site
which means that if, during
a checkup a cardiac failure
is detected, the patient can
immediately be treated and
benefit from an optimal
medical follow-up.”
Nescens Clinique De Genolier
is a luxury Swiss clinic
exclusively dedicated to
preventive medicine and
anti-aging programs,
employing experts with over
20 years’ experience in the
field.
Related
Link:
Nescens Clinique De Genolier
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