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Myocardial ischemia, also known as ischemic heart disease, occurs when the heart muscle doesn’t receive enough blood and oxygen due to narrowing or blockage of the coronary arteries. It is one of the leading causes of death worldwide.
The increasing prevalence of risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, smoking, and sedentary lifestyles indicates that the incidence of myocardial ischemia is rising rapidly.
Myocardial ischemia does not occur suddenly but is the result of accumulated risk factors over time, including:
- Age
- Family history of early cardiovascular disease
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- Dyslipidemia (abnormal cholesterol levels)
- Smoking
- Overweight or obesity
- Lack of physical activity
- Unhealthy diet
Dr. Ngo Chi Hieu, Clinical and Interventional Cardiology Department, Hanoi French Hospital – emphasizes: “Besides unmodifiable factors such as age and family history, most of the risk factors for myocardial ischemia are preventable and controllable. Preventive efforts should begin as early as possible, even before any symptoms appear.”
Recommended preventive measures include:
- Proactively schedule regular cardiovascular check-ups, especially after age 40 or if you have risk factors, to detect early signs of disease.
- Control underlying conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia by strictly following treatment plans — never stop medication just because symptoms improve.
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle: balanced diet, regular exercise, quit smoking, and reduce alcohol consumption.
Dr. Hieu notes: “Myocardial ischemia can progress silently. In the early stages, when blood flow to the heart is only mildly reduced, patients may not have symptoms, or may simply feel tired when exerting themselves. Everyone should listen to their body and seek medical attention if something feels wrong.
If you experience chest pain or pressure that spreads to the shoulder, arm, neck, jaw, or back, it’s critical to seek immediate medical attention.”
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