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Nuclear Cardiology Specialists in Spain

Hospitals and medical centers in Spain who have Nuclear Cardiologyspecialists.
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Hospital Quirónsalud Malaga

With more than 36 medical specialties, 200 physicians and surgeons of the highest level, Quironsalud Hospital Malaga is one of the most pertinent hospitals in Spain.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Quirónsalud Malaga

Vithas Xanit International Hospital

The Cardiology Area has become a great benchmark at Vithas Xanit International Hospital. We offer personalised care, fast diagnosis for any cardiovascular disease with the most advanced technology.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Vithas Xanit International Hospital

Hospital Quirónsalud Marbella

This international hospital incorporates prestigious doctors, invests in research and development, technology and continuing education that enhances skills, in facilities, and in an increased operational efficiency in order to provide nothing but the best

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Quirónsalud Marbella

Listed cardiologists:

Dr. Said Barakat

Cardiology - Head of Service, Head of Clinical and Complementary Tests

Dr. Javier Rodriguez Alzueta

Cardiology - Head of Service, Head of Electrophysiology and Arrhythmias Section

Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital

An ISO certified modern private hospital, which was opened in 2006, and is part of the Quironsalud Hospital Group. This tertiary care hospital has certified medical specialties capable of treating the most complicated medical cases.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Quirón Madrid

Listed cardiologist:

Dr. José Ángel Cabrera Rodríguez

Head of Division of Cardiology

Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro

At HM Sanchinarro Hospital, they offer a comprehensive service to attend to your heart problems. Their cardiology unit includes: Clinical Cardiology, Heart Failure and Arrhythmias.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro

Grupo Hospitalario Quirónsalud

Quirón has an internationally prestigious medical staff, the largest in the sector, and is also the principal hospital network in terms of patient numbers and care facility area. The group administers 47 healthcare centers, more than 4.000 hospital beds and 8.000 doctors

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Grupo Quirónsalud

Hospital Ruber Internacional

The department of cardiology at Hospital Ruber Internacional offers all aspects of medical treatment for heart conditions.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Ruber Internacional

Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe

The cardiology unit is staffed by consultants with many years of experience and access to some of the most modern clinical technology available.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe

Listed cardiologist:

Dr. Jesus Almendral

Cardiologist

Sant Joan de Déu-Barcelona Children’s Hospital

We strive to offer the patient the best possible treatment with the standards of the best hospitals in the world. We are one of the areas with the lowest surgical mortality rates in Europe, as well as a very low re-operation rate.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Barcelona Children’s Hospital

Hospital General de Catalunya

The Hospital Universitario General de Catalunya is one of the most prestigious medical centers in Catalonia. Since 1984 they offer the patient comprehensive care.

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Nuclear Cardiology is available at Hospital General de Catalunya

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About Nuclear Cardiology

This information is intended for general information only and should not be considered as medical advice on the part of Health-Tourism.com. Any decision on medical treatments, after-care or recovery should be done solely upon proper consultation and advice of a qualified physician.


What is Nuclear Cardiology?

Nuclear cardiology is a branch of medical imaging to assess disorders of the heart. The study uses techniques that are non-invasive and minimal amounts of radioactive tracer material.


Why the test is performed?
  • To evaluate how well a treatment such as medication, angioplasty or heart surgery is working
  • To determine if you are at risk for heart disease
  • If you experience worsening angina or new pain in the chest
  • To diagnose coronary heart disease
  • To determine the size of your heart
  • To determine the extent of coronary heart disease
  • To determine the best treatments for diagnosed disorders
  • To visualize the size of a heart attack
  • To evaluate how the heart is pumping

Types of nuclear cardiology techniques
  • Myocardial perfusion imaging: This test can be done in a hospital or outpatient center. This technique is done by injecting a small amount of radioactive material into the patient. Exercise on a stationary bicycle or treadmill or a special drug is used to stress the heart. A gamma camera is used to measure the uptake of the imaging material by the heart during stress and at rest. The doctor then tracks the blood flow through the heart observing for any blockages indicated by decreased blood flow. Myocardial perfusion imaging is also used by doctors to assess the heart’s pumping function and the extent of damaged heart muscle. It enables the doctor to identify which patients require invasive procedures such as heart surgery, angioplasty, and coronary angiography.
  • PET rubidium study: This non-invasive technique is used to observe the heart’s metabolic activity and provide the doctor with information about the blood supply to the heart muscle. The PET rubidium study provides clear resolution than standard technology as it is more sensitive. This test is usually done in less than an hour.
  • This technique is able to show scarred heart muscle from previous heart attacks. It is also able to show which heart muscles can recover if an angioplasty or bypass surgery is performed thus determine which patients are candidates for the procedures. It is also able used to evaluate the heart’s nervous system.
  • MUGA (Multigated Acquisition) scans: This technique is used to determine if the heart is properly pumping blood by creating images of the ventricles. It is able to show the size of the ventricles, blood flow through the heart and any abnormalities that are present. This technique is also known as radionuclide ventriculography.

How the test is performed?
  • This test can be done in a hospital or at an outpatient center.
  • You will have an intravenous line (IV) started and a radioactive substance will be injected in. You will lie down and wait for about 15 to 45 minutes. A gamma camera will scan your heart and create images showing how the substance has traveled through your blood vessels and into the heart.
  • You will then put your heart under stress by exercise such as walking on a treadmill or riding a stationary bicycle. This can also be done by using medication that the doctor will give you to make your heart beat harder and faster. The radioactive substance will be injected in again. You will wait for 15 to 45 minutes for the gamma camera to scan your heart and take images of the blood flow.
  • Throughout the test, your heart rhythm and blood pressure will be monitored. The doctor uses the two sets of images to diagnose you or detect if any existing conditions have worsened or improved.

Risks : -Chest pain -Shortness of breath -Fatigue -Muscle cramps -Headache -Nausea -Palpitations

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