Rwanda: Exploring Impact of Covid-19 On Heart Health

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Rwanda: Exploring Impact of Covid-19 On Heart Health
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year-old healthy man, who had a mild Covid infection a year ago, experienced sudden discomfort one morning. After arriving at the hospital, he was suspected of having coronary artery blockages. While undergoing angiography, he suffered a cardiac arrest and died unexpectedly. He had no prior risk factors for heart disease.

a year ago, experienced sudden discomfort one morning. After arriving at the hospital, he was suspected of having coronary artery blockages. While undergoing angiography, he suffered a cardiac arrest and died unexpectedly. He had no prior risk factors for

Other factors have also contributed to the development of heart disease after Covid-19, including stress from restrictions, anxiety for loved ones affected by the virus, loneliness, reduced physical activity during lockdowns, and increased alcohol consumption to cope with these challenges. Elderly and weak persons are more vulnerable to these problems. Those with prior cardiac issues are more susceptible to aggravation of the problem or the development of new ones. Diagnosis is based on the symptoms, physical examination, and suitable relevant investigations like electrocardiogram, and cardiac echo. Coronary artery blockade if suspected is confirmed by angiography, i.e. direct visualisation of coronary arteries after injecting a dye in one of the thighs or upper limb veins.

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