Cardiology - heart diseases
Heart diseases and treatments
Cardiovascular disease encompasses a wide range of conditions affecting the heart and circulatory system. These conditions can present as either acute or chronic, often manifesting through symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, palpitations, dizziness, or fluid retention.
At Charlottenlund Privathospital, we offer advanced diagnostics and targeted treatment plans focused on the most common disorders of the heart and vascular system.
Conditions We Treat
Our specialists provide comprehensive management for conditions including, but not limited to:
- Ischemic Heart Disease & Angina Pectoris (Chest pain due to reduced blood flow)
- Heart Failure
- Valvular Heart Disease (Disorders of the heart valves)
- Atrial Fibrillation and other cardiac arrhythmias (Heart rhythm disorders)
- Hypertension (High blood pressure) with secondary cardiac effects
- Peripheral Artery Disease & Advanced Atherosclerosis
Recognized Symptoms of Cardiovascular Disease
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, a thorough specialist evaluation is recommended:
- Chest pain, pressure, or a sensation of tightness
- Shortness of breath (dyspnea) during exertion, at rest, or when lying flat
- Palpitations, fluttering, or an irregular heartbeat
- Unexplained fatigue or fluid retention (e.g., swollen ankles and feet)
- Dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting episodes (syncope)
- Cyanosis (a bluish discoloration of the fingers or lips) or chronically cold extremities
Cardiology: Advanced Diagnostics & Clinical Expertise
Cardiology is the medical specialty dedicated to the health of the heart and blood vessels. Our board-certified cardiology specialists diagnose and manage the full spectrum of cardiovascular conditions.
An accurate diagnosis relies on a meticulous clinical evaluation. Depending on your specific symptoms and presentation, our specialists utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic modalities, including electrocardiography (ECG), echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart), advanced biomarker blood panels, and cardiac CT or MRI imaging.
Schedule Your Consultation
Prioritize your cardiovascular health. Book an appointment with our senior cardiologist today. With decades of clinical experience, our specialists are dedicated to providing an exceptionally thorough, precise assessment in a calm and reassuring environment.
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When should I contact a cardiologist?
You should consider an evaluation by a cardiologist if you experience:
- Chest pain or chest tightness
- New-onset shortness of breath
- Heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat
- Known heart disease with changing symptoms
An early diagnosis can prevent complications and ensure correct treatment.
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- Atrial fibrillation
- Satisfaction survey
- About Charlottenlund Private Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
What is atherosclerosis (ischemic heart disease)?
Atherosclerosis occurs when fat and calcium build up in the coronary arteries of the heart, reducing blood flow to the heart muscle. This can cause symptoms such as chest tightness, shortness of breath and reduced physical performance.
The condition is typically diagnosed with an ECG, cardiac CT, stress test, or possibly cardiac catheterization. Treatment often consists of lifestyle changes, medication, and in some cases, balloon dilation or bypass surgery.
What is high blood pressure (hypertension) and why is it important to treat?
High blood pressure is a very common heart disease and a significant risk factor for heart attack, heart failure and stroke. Many people have no symptoms, but over time the disease can put a strain on the heart and blood vessels.
The assessment includes blood pressure measurements, blood tests and assessment of cardiovascular risk. Treatment often consists of lifestyle changes and blood pressure-lowering medication, which is adjusted individually.
What are heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)?
Heart rhythm disorders occur when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or irregularly. The most common symptoms are palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, and shortness of breath.
The evaluation may include an ECG, Holter monitoring, and ultrasound of the heart. Treatment depends on the type of arrhythmia and may consist of medication, blood thinners, electric shock (DC conversion), or catheter-based treatment.
Comprehensive Preliminary Assessment
Your initial consultation lasts between 30 and 60 minutes and takes place at our private clinic in Charlottenlund. Here, our senior cardiology specialist dedicates the necessary time to sit down with you, carefully review your clinical history, and discuss your symptoms. The goal of this in-depth consultation is to map your specific symptoms, evaluate lifestyle risk factors, and understand any family history of cardiovascular disease.
Following this discussion, a meticulous, completely non-invasive cardiological examination is performed. This evaluation is entirely painless and typically includes:
- Advanced blood pressure profiling
- Pulse and blood oxygen saturation mapping
- A resting 12-lead ECG (electrocardiogram)
Depending on your clinical presentation, the specialist may immediately supplement this with an echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), an exercise stress test, or targeted biomarker blood panels. If deeper visualization is required, we will arrange a referral for a cardiac CT or MRI scan. For patients experiencing intermittent symptoms, we may also initiate a period of continuous ambulatory tracking via a Holter monitor.
By synthesizing your clinical history with these diagnostic findings, our cardiologist forms a definitive, holistic picture of your cardiovascular health to determine the most effective path forward.
Follow-Up & Continuity of Care
Once the results of your diagnostic panels or advanced imaging are finalized, we will review them with you. Depending on your preference and clinical needs, this follow-up will take place either via a dedicated telephone consultation or an in-person visit at the clinic.
Should your assessment reveal a condition that requires specialized, long-term management or surgical intervention within the public healthcare system, our team will handle the transition seamlessly. We provide direct, comprehensive medical referrals, ensuring you bypass unnecessary delays and do not need to visit your general practitioner for a new referral.
Book an appointment for heart disease treatment
If you suffer from heart disease and wish to be treated with us, you are welcome to contact us. Our secretaries are ready to help and answer any questions as well as to find time for both a preliminary examination with our cardiologist.