Pre-surgical cardiological assessment in Puerto Vallarta
If you are scheduled for surgery, this assessment helps to estimate your cardiovascular risk and define recommendations for a safer procedure.
"Tell us what surgery you are having and your estimated date; we will guide you with the next step."
High Specialty: National Institute of Cardiology
Surgical Safety
Calculated Risk + Medical Report
What is the pre-surgical assessment?
A pre-surgical cardiac assessment is a medical consultation focused on evaluating your heart prior to a scheduled surgery.
History, symptoms, risk factors and current treatment are reviewed in order to estimate the surgical risk (probability of complications) and define recommendations.
What does the program include?
You were asked for a "cardiological evaluation" before surgery.
You are 40+ years old or have risk factors (hypertension, diabetes).
You have had previous infarction, stent or surgery.
You have symptoms such as chest pain or shortness of breath.
You take cardiovascular medications and need directions.
Your surgery will be major or with general anesthesia.
Note: If you do not know if you need it, contact us by WhatsApp and we will guide you quickly.
What does the valuation include?
It is not just a piece of paper. It is a deep analysis of your current condition to reduce risks in the operating room.
Medical history focused on surgery
Complete physical examination
Review of previous studies
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Confirmation
We confirm the type of surgery and an approximate date to schedule your appointment with the appropriate margin.
- Tentative date and logistics review
- General indications prior to consultation
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Clinical review
In consultation we review medical history, symptoms and current treatment to understand your context and risk.
- History and relevant comorbidities
- Current medications and symptom control
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Studies (if applicable)
We interpret previous studies and define if any additional studies (ECG, Echo) are needed to complete the evaluation.
- Interpretation of recent available studies
- Request for studies only if they provide useful information
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Closing and plan
We provide clear recommendations, follow-up and medical report for your surgeon, as found.
- Clinical summary and practical recommendations
- Pre-surgical report for the treating team
Studies that could be indicated
They are selected according to your profile. If you do not know what suits you, we will guide you.
Electrocardiogram
Recording of heart rhythm at rest. Useful in selected cases.
See ECG
Echocardiogram
Helps evaluate structure and function (valves/pumping) if required.
See Echocardiogram
Stress Test
Evaluates response to effort in specific cases, according to symptoms.
View Proof
You will leave with a clear plan
Risk Estimation
Clinically calculated according to your context.
Recommendations
Clear for the perioperative period.
Medical Report
Assessment note to your surgeon (when applicable).
Follow-up
Guidance on aftercare.
When NOT to wait for the appraisal?
Pre-surgical assessment is for scheduled surgeries. If you have severe chest pain that does not subside, fainting, severe shortness of breath or acute symptoms, go to the emergency room.
Dr. Karla Castolo
Certified Cardiologist
- Clinical cardiologist with High Specialty in Cardiac Rehabilitation.
- Attention with international standards in Hospiten Puerto Vallarta.
- Human approach: clear explanation, patience and close follow-up.
- Bilingual attention (Spanish / English).