Our cardiology department has a long history of excellence. Our cardiologists, most of whom are in private practice, remain active at the hospital by admitting their patients and by participation in the different cardiology subdivisions, all of which play an active part in the care of patients. We are fortunate that many of our cardiologists have special expertise in different areas of cardiology.
The cardiology department at Crouse Hospital is honored to participate in the care of patients of any physician who requests our help, whether it be for non-invasive outpatient testing, cardiac catheterization, or for help in the care of patients presenting with complex problems from ischemic, valvular or congenital heart disease. This brochure will help introduce our services.
Questions about services or appointments can be made through each of the various cardiology sub specialties. We welcome your inquiries.
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
Adult -- 315/470-5844
Pediatrics -- 315/470-7487Chest Pain Observation Unit -- 315/470-2907 Coronary Care Unit -- 315/470-2907 Echocardiography -- 315/470-7653 Electrocardiography -- 315/470-7653 Some Background on Heart Disease
Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Half a million people die from it. Many people develop symptoms of coronary heart disease when they are in their 40s and 50s, interrupting a most productive time.
The coronary arteries supply blood to the heart muscle. In coronary heart disease these arteries become blocked decreasing blood flow and causing angina (chest pain), the need for bypass surgery, or angioplasty. When the artery becomes completely blocked, a heart attack, or myocardial infarction occurs. Myocardial infarctions strike 250,000 individuals each year.
Your chances for developing coronary heart disease are increased when one or more risk factors is present. Risk factors include:
- cigarette smoking
- high cholesterol level
- high blood pressure
- family history of heart disease
- diabetes
- low activity level
- obesity
- stress
- age
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