Cardiovascular Accident
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A cardiovascular accident refers to a serious and sudden event that affects the heart or the circulation, such as the interruption of blood flow to a vital organ, and is considered a medical emergency.
Warning signs:
- Intense pain or pressure in the chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Sudden weakness or difficulty speaking
- Cold sweating and sudden malaise
When to see a doctor? In the face of symptoms of abrupt onset like those described, the indicated thing is to seek emergency care immediately.
Which specialist treats it? The emergency physician handles the acute phase, the cardiologist takes part in the study and follow-up of the heart, and the internist supports the comprehensive management. If you witness these symptoms in yourself or in another person, do not wait: prompt care makes the difference.
Data on 805 doctors who treat cardiovascular accident
Which specialist treats cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular event is mainly treated by a cardiologist, with support from an internist and an emergency medicine physician during the acute phase, and a thoracic surgeon if surgery is required. If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations, seek emergency medical care right away.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in cardiovascular accident
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Frequently asked questions
What is cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular accident refers to a serious and sudden event that affects the heart or the circulation, such as the interruption of blood flow to a vital organ, and is considered a medical emergency.
Which doctor treats cardiovascular accident?
A cardiovascular event is mainly treated by a cardiologist, with support from an internist and an emergency medicine physician during the acute phase, and a thoracic surgeon if surgery is required. If you have chest pain, shortness of breath, or palpitations, seek emergency medical care right away.