Heart disease is the leading cause of death in India, accounting for more than several million deaths every year.

1. Understanding heart failure and sudden
cardiac arrest - Dr. Kartik Bhosale
Heart disease is killing many people before their time. Renowned television actor Siddharth
Shukla and Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath (KK) died of heart disease
recently. So heart health and related issues are in the public eye. Heart disease is the leading
cause of death in India, accounting for more than several million deaths every year.
However, not all heart health problems are the same, even though the terminology is
constantly used interchangeably by the public and the media. Dr Kartik Bhosale always says
that it is important to understand the difference, Because of short-term and long-term therapy
or treatment, prognosis, and survival rates are different for each condition. Dr Kartik
Bhosale is one of the best heart specialist doctor in PCMC, Pune. He has more than 12 years
of experience in managing various Heart Problems at a very advanced level.
It is important to understand the differences between sudden cardiac arrest and heart
failure.
What is a Heart Failure?

2. A Weakening of the Pump
Heart failure occurs when the heart can’t pump blood effectively to the lungs or the rest of
the body. This can be because the person has developed a weakened heart muscle or because
the heart muscle has thickened, making it hard to fill the heart and back up blood into the
lungs. When blood pumped through the arteries slows or blood returning to the heart through
the veins backs up, it’s called congestive heart failure. This backup causes swelling in the
legs, hands and other parts of the body. When this swelling happens around the lungs, fluid
accumulates in the lungs and interferes with breathing.
Symptoms of heart failure include:
1. Shortness of breath
2. Coughing or wheezing
3. Swelling
4. Tiredness
5. Loss of appetite
6. Confusion
7. Rapid heart rate
Heart failure develops over time and it is a medical condition that is treated with medication,
surgery and lifestyle changes. Heart failure can be mild or severe but if it leads to a heart
attack or sudden cardiac arrest, it becomes an emergency.
What is a Sudden Cardiac Arrest?
An Electrical Problem
Sudden cardiac arrest is caused by an electrical system experiencing a problem in the heart
that causes it to suddenly stop beating. This is a very deadly condition. In sudden cardiac
arrest, The person will collapse and stop breathing within seconds of the incident, this quickly
results in loss of consciousness and death within a few minutes if they don’t receive
immediate treatment.
There are several warning symptoms of sudden cardiac arrest:
1. Chest pain
2. Difficulty breathing
3. Loss of consciousness
4. Palpitations
5. Flu-like symptoms

3. Dr Kartik Says that Sudden cardiac arrest is also an emergency. Anyone can have a sudden
cardiac arrest and die instantly. So prevention is the key to reducing sudden cardiac death.
That’s why Dr Kartik Bhosale always says that regular check-ups, following your doctor’s
advice regarding heart health and reducing risk factors are important steps to prevent sudden
cardiac arrest.
Dr Kartik Bhosale – Cardiologist In Pimpri Chinchwad, Pune
Dr Kartik Bhosale is one of the best-qualified and experienced cardiologist in Pune. He
has more than 12 years of experience in managing various Heart Problems at a very advanced
level. He has successfully treated numerous patients suffering from various heart issues. He
takes the time to listen to his patients and address all of their problems. If you are suffering
from a heart-related issue, then please do not hesitate to contact Dr Kartik Bhosale. He will
provide you with the best possible care, medicine and treatment.