It Is Suitable For
· Those in Bangkok, Thailand interested to go for heart screening.
· Those who wish to identify possible coronary artery disease before having signs and symptoms.
· Those who wish to lower the risk of cardiovascular disease.
· Those who wish to learn how to manage the risk factors for heart disease.
· Those who wish to prevent more serious heart disease.
What is Heart Disease Screening?
Heart screening is a safe and accurate screening tool to identify the most common cause of heart disease, build-up of cholesterol in the coronary arteries, etc. Blood tests can be done optionally to determine the cholesterol and blood sugar levels for a more detailed examination. The overall program is simple and painless, and it can provide you with the preventive measures to manage health behaviors and lifestyle so you can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease. It is recommended to go for a heart screening once a year, especially if you are 40 years old and above.
Heart Program A
There are 2 programs available at our affiliated hospital.
Heart Program A does not involve a blood test; the examination includes:
· General health checkup
· Weight
· Height
· Body mass index
· Blood pressure
· Pulse
· Chest x-ray
· EKG
· Echocardiography
· ABI
Heart Program B
Heart Program B has an addition of blood tests to Program A, the blood tests include checking for FPG, cholesterol, triglyceride, HDL-cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, high sensitivity CRP.
The package includes:
· General health checkup
· Weight
· Height
· Body mass index
· Blood pressure
· Pulse
· Chest x-ray
· EKG
· Echocardiography
· ABI
Advantages and Limitations of Heart Disease Screening
<Advantages>
· Painless
· Detects coronary artery disease at an early stage
· Screens for all other heart conditions
· Allows you to make changes in your diet and lifestyle to prevent heart disease
<Limitations>
· Those with an increased risk of having heart disease should get the screening more often
FAQ
Q1: Do I have to fast for Heart Program B?
A1: Yes, at least 8 hrs of fasting is required for Heart Program B.
Q2: How often should I get heart screening?
A2: It is recommended to do it every year especially if you are 40 and above. If you have a family history of heart problems, then you should go for heart screenings even earlier, at age 30 or 35.
Q3: What happens if something is detected during the heart screening?
A3: Depending on the condition, the doctor will advise you on the steps you should take. This can include changing your lifestyle to a healthier one, and some medications may be given to address your risk factors such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure. In some cases, more advanced treatments may be necessary.
Clinic Information
[Clinic Name] Sikarin Hospital
[Location] Bangkok, Thailand
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Walking distance to restaurants, banks, gym, and fitness center
[Clinic Opening Time] 24 hrs
Operation Time |
45 - 60 mins |
Recovery Time |
None |
Number of Postoperative Visit |
Not required |
Hospitalization |
Not required |
Cancellation Policy |
No charge for cancellations made at least 48 hrs prior appointment date |
Include In This Price |
Doctors Fee |
Location |
976 Lasalle Road, Bangna Tai, Bangna, Bangkok 10260 |
Terms of Service
Trambellir is a health tourism platform and does not in any way provide, promote, or sell any medication or medical treatment to the Customers.
Customers are advised to contact the healthcare providers directly for any enquiries related to medical treatments.