Cardiology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. Cardiologists study the function of the heart and blood vessels and treat a variety of conditions, including atherosclerosis, hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, and heart attacks.n Europe, about 49 million people suffer from cardiovascular diseases, and these diseases are the main cause of death for half of the population both in Europe and in our country. In Serbia, where about 2 million people suffer from these diseases, over 52,000 people lose their lives every year.
The main risk factors for heart disease are age, blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and lack of physical activity. And the main symptoms of heart diseases are dizziness, sweating, difficulty in breathing, pain in the chest, shoulders or arms; arrhythmias, pale skin, nausea.
At Ars Medica Beograd, we provide comprehensive and advanced cardiology diagnostics, combining non-invasive and state-of-the-art imaging methods.
Holter ECG and blood pressure monitoring
Holter ECG and ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) provide continuous 24-hour monitoring of heart rhythm and blood pressure during daily activities.
They are used for:
- detecting arrhythmias
- evaluating palpitations, dizziness, or syncope
- assessing therapy effectiveness
- diagnosing and monitoring hypertension
PCCT coronary angiography
PCCT coronary angiography is an advanced non-invasive method for imaging coronary arteries.
It enables:
- precise detection of coronary stenosis and plaques
- improved evaluation of calcifications and stents
- lower radiation dose
- reduced contrast volume
Cardiac MRI
Cardiac MRI is the most accurate method for evaluating cardiac structure and function.
It allows:
- assessment of ventricular function
- detection of myocardial damage (infarction, myocarditis, fibrosis)
- evaluation of valves and congenital abnormalities
- analysis of perfusion and viability
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET)
Ergospirometry (CPET) evaluates the integrated response of the heart, lungs, and muscles during exercise.
It provides:
- measurement of functional capacity (VO₂ max)
- differentiation between cardiac and pulmonary causes of symptoms
- optimization of therapy and training