Aneurysm of the heart, also known as a cardiac aneurysm, is a bulge or sac that forms in the wall of the heart, usually after a heart attack.
Types:
1. Left ventricular aneurysm (most common)
2. Right ventricular aneurysm
3. Atrial aneurysm
Causes:
1. Heart attack (myocardial infarction)
2. Weakening of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathy)
3. Trauma or injury to the heart
4. Congenital heart defects
5. Infections (e.g., endocarditis)
Symptoms:
1. Chest pain or discomfort
2. Shortness of breath
3. Fatigue
4. Palpitations or irregular heartbeat
5. Coughing or wheezing
Diagnosis:
1. Echocardiogram
2. Cardiac MRI or CT scan
3. Angiography (blood vessel imaging)
4. Electrocardiogram (ECG)
Treatment:
1. Surgery (e.g., aneurysmectomy, heart transplant)
2. Medications (e.g., beta blockers, ACE inhibitors)
3. Lifestyle changes (e.g., exercise, diet, stress management)
4. Monitoring and follow-up care
Complications:
1. Heart failure
2. Arrhythmias or abnormal heart rhythms
3. Blood clots or embolism
4. Cardiac arrest
5. Death
This article is for information purpose only. Please consult your doctor for the treatment