Monday, February 6, 2012

First aid for heart attack

If you suspect that someone is right in front of us is experiencing sudden cardiac death (not breathing and his heart is not working), it is necessary to:

- felt his pulse
- listen to your heart pressed against his ear to the chest
- see if breathing by placing a mirror in front of an open mouth and nose (if wet mirror - breathe)
- look at the pupil (the pupil wide character death)
- immediately call an ambulance or medical help right away by car (if you are close to) move the injured to the intensive care department or the ambulance station
first aid for heart attack
While waiting for professional medical advice or at the scene or during transport, to carry out external heart massage and artificial respiration to give mouth to mouth:

Victim should be put back on a hard surface.
Examine his mouth and remove dentures or bite, if it is in the mouth.
With their hand close to the patient nose, put his handkerchief over his mouth and we cleave to his mouth, and quickly "surprising" the air from our lungs into it and allow it spontaneously died. The maneuver is repeated about 15 times a minute.
At the same time we perform external heart massage at a speed of 70 to 80 times per minute.At the lower sternum injured (not on its top), set our hand and through it our second hand and begin weighing our compression of the Upper-body outstretched arms at the elbows so that the sternum can impress a few centimeters. Note that it is much easier to perform external heart massage and artificial respiration, two people, but if it must be done by one person.
If the injured person is not breathing for five minutes or longer, irreversible (irreversible) damage the brain and other organs.
Resuscitation measures have to be performed in all patients regardless of age, and are performed or the appearance of signs of recovery, or to secure the appearance of signs of death.


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Acute coronary syndrome

Acute coronary syndrome (ACS) group includes a variety of clinical conditions that arise as a result of acute ischemia and / or myocardial necrosis which is usually the cause of acute coronary lesions, caused by ruptured atherosclerotic plaque in coronary artery with associated inflammation, thrombosis, vasoconstriction and microembolisation.
Acute coronary syndrome

Acute coronary syndrome can be manifested as: unstable angina pectoris, acute myocardial infarction with ST-segment elevation or sudden cardiac death.

According to the tenth revision of International Classification of Diseases (MKB10) code of acute myocardial infarction in 121, repeated acute myocardial infarction I22 and unstable angina pectoris I20.0.

As the most severe form of ischemic heart disease (CHD), acute coronary syndrome is one of the most common cause of emergency admission to hospital and sudden death in the developed parts of the world, and in recent decades in developing countries.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the annual average in the world of acute myocardial infarction diagnosed 6 million people, with lethal outcome occurs in more than 25% of cases.

Previous research in the world and have provided us valuable clinical, but no epidemiological data on the incidence of acute coronary syndrome in the population.

Epidemiological, population studies of acute coronary syndromes are rare. One of them is a Danish cohort study with more than 130,000 people aged 30 to 69 years which is estimated that crude incidence rate of acute coronary syndrome was 234 per 100,000.

For example in Serbia, to the end of the 90s the number of reported persons with coronary disease was far lower than the average number of deaths and as much as 20 times lower than expected number of patients with ischemic heart disease.

Guide to the 5 most common diseases of the heart!


Heart disease, along with neoplasms, or tumors and lung disease, ie. respiratory system, the most massive "killer" of the population. Developed countries of the world proven "water" on the scale morbidity and mortality from cardiovascular disease despite their awareness of the health care and educational level, as a result of unhealthy lifestyles, especially intemperance in eating and drinking - the consumption of unhealthy food and drinks, and low physical activity High levels of stress.
Measurement of pressure

We have listed the five most common heart disease and tips on how to avoid them the right lifestyle.

1. Myocardial infarction is one of ischemic heart disease - that is to come out due to insufficient blood supply to tissues. It occurs as a result of blockage of the coronary artery blood clot or plaque arterosklerotskog broken off part of which are lined with blood vessels due to an unhealthy lifestyle. The result is a lack of physical activity, increased intake of salt, fat and sugar diet rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and addiction such as smoking and alcohol abuse and stress that occurs due to high blood pressure and releasing negative chemical compounds and cholesterol.

Physical activity reduces inflammatory markers in the body, along with other muscles, strengthens the heart muscle itself, regulate and reduce blood pressure and strengthens the entire body. Salt increases blood pressure, causes the accumulation of excess fluid in tissues and blood vessels and reduces the risk of a blockage and heart attack. Sugar can be converted and stored as fat, and fat is deposited on the walls of blood vessels and makes them all the ropes and neprohodnijima.

Addictions such as alcohol and cigarette smoke other than nicotine, which has more than 4000 harmful, toxic compounds, except the "little things" that make entering the toxic compounds that poison and kill the cells of your body increases blood pressure in full view.

Stop smoking immediately if you do, limit alcohol consumption to a glass of red wine after lunch, removing white flour and its products, animal fat, increase your intake of fatty blue fish, rich in omega 3 fatty acids and olive oil, sugar remove from service and replace by minute amounts of barley malt or honey, turn exercise into daily life, especially aerobic, cardio exercise, the type of fast walking or jogging.

Regular exercise is best to reduce stress while some with your own relaxation methods such as massage, aromatherapy, engaging in favorite hobbies, abide in the fresh air and the reduction of working hours per week.

2. Abnormalities of heart valves and cause damage to the heart sounds. There are several types of noises in the heart, namely: the sound of aortic stenosis, aortic insufficiency murmur, murmur of mitral insufficiency and mitral stenosis murmur. The largest number of cardiac damage caused by rheumatic fever zaslistaka, and it causes streptococcal toxin, and the existence of the remaining part is mostly innate. Damaged valves are treated with surgical operation, a doctor ill advised on diet and lifestyle after surgery.


3. Angina pectoris occurs due to narrowing or blockage of coronary arteries caused by atherosclerosis, and may occur as a result of anemia due to lack of oxygen due to aortic stenosis, arteritis, cardiac rhythm disturbances and the like. It is characterized by mild unpleasant feelings in the chest to a sharp, strong, unbearable pain. Appears mainly in the larger effort, and the frequency varies, increases or decreases.

Prevention of this disease in the djelovamju hypertension, proper diet, exercise, drugs and ultimately, prevention of anemia, eating foods rich in iron, controlling diabetes and preventing its occurrence supposedly, reduce elevated blood fats and its regulation of proper diet, particularly eating fat of vegetable origin and throwing burning food from the menu.

Control of thyroid also causes the early diagnosis of some thyroid diseases that are responsible for the occurrence of angina. Great importance is the prevention of further attacks, and surgical treatment of pre-existing condition.

4. Arrhythmia is an abnormal result of implementation of pulses, characterized by the appearance of a completely healthy heart. These are ektopički blows, atrial fibrillation, supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias, and cause them psychological causes, disease or drugs. Arrhythmias may be tachycardia when the heart rate accelerated, or bradycardia when the heart rate slowed, and most often occurs during sleep. Normal tachycardia occurs due to physical exertion, increased arousal, stress, or fever.


Morbid conditions that cause arrhythmia in heart attack, angina pectoris, changes in the composition of the electrolyte, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, hipoadrenalinizam, Hyperkalemia, Hypokalemia. Drugs that cause arrhythmia, cardiac glycosides may be, or simpatolitika parasimpatomimetika. Arrhythmia may be atrial fibrillation, ventricular fibrillation, atrioventricular block, extrasystoles, paroxysmal tachycardia and Wolf-Parkinson-White syndrome.

In the heart arrhythmias acts depending on the type, for example, beats can be harmless, they are usually caused by psychological or due to the effects of nicotine or caffeine, some are caused by a disturbed balance between electrolytes and such. lack of potassium or its excess, and some are caused by myocardial infarction or electric shock, and can only help electric shocks.

5th Congenital cardiac malformations are usually treated with surgery, or if less severe, respectively, are located on the right side of the heart where the pressure is less, it is possible to live with them. They were not affected by proper diet, or they can be completely cured with medication. Usually occur in the first trimester of pregnancy if the mother has an infection in which it affects, and may appear later.

10 secrets of a healthy heart

A healthy lifestyle prevents atherosclerosis, the most common blood vessel disease

With half an hour of fast walking a day and a slight change in diet can do a lot for the health of your blood vessels, which is directly linked with heart health, brain and other organs.Cardiologist. K. Štambuk explains why there is a heart attack or stroke, and gives ten simple recommendations for prevention of vascular disease

Cardiovascular diseases, which cause about 50 percent of deaths in developed countries can be divided into diseases of the blood vessels of the heart, leading to heart attack and vascular disease of the brain, head and neck that can cause stroke, explained Dr. K. Štambuk, internist cardiologist from the Sisters of Mercy University Hospital and assistant professor at the Medical University of Zagreb.
Prevention brings results

In developed countries lately slowly reduces the incidence of cardio-vascular diseases, and for that, says dr. Štambuk, performed meritorious good prevention. And she is either primary or secondary in the primary prevention of a healthy man is recommended not to smoke and eat fatty foods and that is increasingly moving to the disease would not have occurred, and the secondary - after the disease is diagnosed and treated - to comply similar but more stringent guidelines that the disease would not be returned or worsened.

As for the prevention of other healthy people. Štambuk recommended ten simple things that anyone could do for the health of your blood vessels and heart:

Every day, or at least 5 days per week, fast walk for half an hour
Avoid foods high in cholesterol, such as pork and dishes prepared on the grill
Use olive oil and flaxseed
At least three times a week to eat fish because it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids
At least 3 times a day, eat fruits and vegetables
Eat several small meals throughout the day
Do not smoke
Drink alcohol only in manjm quantities (preferably red wine)
Do dosoljavati food (due to pressure control)
Take it all regularly prescribed medication
Generally considered to be the best for a healthy heart Mediterranean diet.

Ten Foods for a Healthy Heart

Heart disease is the leading cause of deaths in the U.S., and kill more people around the world.That's why experts recommend a balanced diet with less saturated fat from red meat, more fish, fiber and fresh fruits and vegetables and less sugar. Lifestyle portal About.com has compiled a list of foods that you consume if you want to have a healthy heart. 
Salmon

Fish is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids that protect your heart by reducing inflammation and the risk of blood clots. These acids also maintain your healthy cholesterol levels, and required at least twice a week eating salmon or other oily sea fish like tuna, sardines or herring. You can prepare delicious salmon steaks on the grill with green vegetables and salad, spicy low-calorie lemon juice.

Olive oil

Olive oil reduces risk of heart disease by lowering your LDL cholesterol levels ("bad" cholesterol). When cooking, always use olive oil and salads sure to spice up the oil.

Oats

Oats contain soluble fiber known as beta glucan, which help reduce LDL cholesterol, and keep your digestive system healthy. For breakfast, enjoy a little oatmeal with brown sugar and lots of strawberries and hazelnuts. Cold cereals are also very tasty with ordinary milk, low fat, or soy milk with slices of fresh fruit.

Apples

Apples are rich kercetinom, acting anti-inflammatory and prevents blood clots, and they contain many vitamins and fiber. For a snack, eat an apple with a handful of nuts or almonds, or simply add the apple slices to your salad.


Almonds

Almonds and other nuts contain healthy oils, vitamin E and other substances that will maintain a healthy cholesterol level. Almonds are also a good source of protein and fiber. Handsome as a snack, or as food seasoning.

Red wine

Red wine contains a powerful antioxidant known as resvertrol, which proved to be very beneficial for the heart. Make sure you are drinking red wine in moderation, many studies have proven that it is enough to drink one to two ounces of red wine every day.

Cereals

The grains include corn, rice, wheat, etc., and are rich in vitamins and fiber that contribute to maintaining the health of your heart muscle. You make a tasty and healthy sandwich with two slices of whole bread, 85 grams of turkey breast, lots of tomato and avocado, along with a list of lettuce and a bit of mustard. Also begin to consume wholemeal rather than plain white pasta.

Green leafy vegetables

Green leafy vegetables are rich in folate, which maintains low levels of homocysteine, and vitamin E. It has been shown that regular consumption of these vegetables will help to conserve memory, as we age. It is advisable to use fresh spinach leaves or other green vegetables in your favorite salad.

Tomato

Tomato is rich in vitamins and lycopene, who is known to lower the risk of heart disease. I always add a slice of tomato on your sandwich or salad, and you can make the integral in tomato pasta sauce. The fact is that the tomato sauce and canned sauce skuhanog fresh tomatoes contain more lycopene than is the case with fresh tomatoes.

Soybean

It has been shown that soy protein prevents heart attacks, and that is healthier soy substitute for red meat, because it reduces the intake of saturated fat in your body. For your morning dose of flakes using soy milk or regular start eating tofu.