Coronary angiography
A coronary angiogram is an X-ray test that shows the arteries that supply the heart.
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Heart procedures
Plain-language guides to the procedures Dr Shady Habboush performs at Saudi German Hospital Dubai: what each one is, who it is for, what happens, and what to expect after. Every procedure has benefits and risks, which are discussed with you in person before any decision.
Angioplasty and stents
Coronary angioplasty widens a narrowed heart artery from the inside using a small balloon, and a stent, a fine metal mesh tube, helps keep it open.
Read the guidePacemakers
A pacemaker is a small device placed under the skin below the collarbone that stops the heart from beating too slowly.
Read the guideLeadless pacemakers
A leadless pacemaker is a self-contained pacemaker about the size of a large vitamin capsule that is placed inside the heart through a vein in the leg.
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An ICD (implantable cardioverter-defibrillator) watches the heart rhythm and can treat a dangerous fast rhythm with pacing or a shock.
Read the guideIVUS imaging
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) uses a tiny ultrasound probe on a catheter to image a heart artery from the inside.
Read the guideSecond opinion
A second opinion means another cardiologist reviews your tests and the treatment recommended to you.
Read the guideEvery procedure has benefits and risks. Dr Shady goes through them with you, and the alternatives, before any decision is made.
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Location and booking
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Appointments are made through Saudi German Hospital Dubai, Hessa Street, Al Barsha 3. Consultations in Arabic, English and German.
- Address
- Hessa Street, Al Barsha 3, Dubai
- Languages
- Arabic, English, German
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