{"id":7071,"date":"2026-07-23T08:58:44","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T07:58:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alphamedic.hr\/?page_id=7071"},"modified":"2026-07-23T09:52:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T08:52:44","slug":"cardiology-consultation-and-diagnostics","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/alphamedic.hr\/en\/cardiology-consultation-and-diagnostics\/","title":{"rendered":"Cardiology Consultation and Diagnostics"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

At AlphaMedic Clinic, we now offer a comprehensive cardiology assessment, including a consultation with a cardiologist, an electrocardiogram (ECG), and a cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography). All examinations are performed by Assoc. Prof. Dario Dilber, MD, PhD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death in both Croatia and across Europe. The challenge is that many heart and blood vessel conditions develop silently for years without causing noticeable symptoms. High blood pressure, early thickening of the heart muscle, heart rhythm disorders, or abnormalities of the heart valves are often detected only after they have progressed to more serious conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is also important to recognize that excess body weight, visceral fat accumulation, high cholesterol, insulin resistance, and diabetes significantly increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. That is why modern cardiovascular care extends beyond cardiology alone and also focuses on metabolism, body composition, and long-term health preservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A preventive heart examination is recommended for everyone over the age of 40, even in the absence of symptoms. Individuals with high blood pressure, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, excess body weight, a history of smoking, or a family history of cardiovascular disease should consider undergoing a cardiac evaluation even earlier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you experience fatigue during physical activity, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure, swelling of the legs, or simply wish to assess your cardiovascular health, a heart examination should not be postponed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to your heart, the best examination is the one performed before problems arise.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiology Consultation, ECG and Cardiac Ultrasound<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A comprehensive cardiology assessment includes a specialist consultation, an electrocardiogram (ECG), and a cardiac ultrasound (echocardiography). This non-invasive diagnostic evaluation provides detailed information about the structure and function of the heart, helps detect cardiovascular diseases at an early stage, and enables personalized recommendations for treatment or preventive care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The examination is recommended for patients with cardiovascular symptoms, individuals at increased cardiovascular risk, and anyone wishing to assess their heart health as part of preventive healthcare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Electrocardiogram (ECG)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a simple, quick, and painless diagnostic test that records the electrical activity of the heart. It helps detect heart rhythm disorders, signs of previous or acute heart muscle injury, and various other cardiovascular conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An ECG is an essential part of preventive health examinations and is also recommended for patients experiencing symptoms such as chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac Ultrasound (Echocardiography)<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Cardiac ultrasound, also known as echocardiography, is a non-invasive and painless imaging examination that uses ultrasound waves to visualize the heart\u2019s structure and function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It allows assessment of heart muscle performance, heart valve function, and blood flow through the heart, while helping detect a wide range of cardiovascular diseases at an early stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Echocardiography is commonly performed as part of a preventive cardiology examination or when patients experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, fatigue, palpitations, or irregular heart rhythm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many heart diseases develop gradually and without obvious symptoms. For this reason, do not wait until your body sends you a warning signal. Preventive cardiology examinations allow us to identify potential problems early\u2014or, even better, to confirm that your heart is healthy and ready for all of life\u2019s challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At AlphaMedic Clinic<\/strong>, you can now undergo a complete cardiology evaluation, including a consultation with a cardiologist, an ECG, and a cardiac ultrasound. All examinations are performed by Assoc. Prof. Dario Dilber, MD, PhD<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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