{"id":2267,"date":"2025-08-12T21:04:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-13T03:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drakarlacastolo.com\/?p=2267"},"modified":"2025-08-13T21:52:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T03:52:28","slug":"cardiac-check-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drakarlacastolo.com\/en\/blog\/lifestyle-prevention\/cardiac-check-up\/","title":{"rendered":"Cardiac check-up and primary prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A cardiology check-up is the most effective way to detect early risk factors such as <a href=\"\/en\/blog\/lifestyle-prevention\/hypertension\/\">arterial hypertension<\/a> o <a href=\"\/en\/blog\/lifestyle-prevention\/cholesterol\/\">high cholesterol<\/a>. In this guide you'll learn what it includes, how often to do it and how it can help you maintain a healthy heart, especially if you live in <strong>Puerto Vallarta<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a cardiology check-up?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cardiology check-up is a comprehensive evaluation of the heart and circulatory system. It includes a medical history, physical examination and specific tests to identify risks before they become serious problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who should perform it and how often?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Healthy adults from the age of 40, or earlier if there are risk factors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People with a family history of heart disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Patients with hypertension, diabetes or high cholesterol.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The general recommendation is to perform it once a year or according to medical indication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risk factors detected by a check-up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Elevated blood pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High cholesterol and triglycerides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alterations in heart rhythm.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early evidence of coronary artery disease.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common tests in a cardiology check-up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Test<\/th><th>Purpose<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Electrocardiogram (ECG)<\/strong><\/td><td>Detects arrhythmias and signs of heart damage.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Echocardiogram<\/strong><\/td><td>Evaluates heart structure and function.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Stress test<\/strong><\/td><td>It measures the heart's response to exercise.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Lipid profile<\/strong><\/td><td>Analyzes cholesterol and triglycerides.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Blood glucose<\/strong><\/td><td>Detects diabetes or prediabetes.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>More information about <a href=\"https:\/\/drakarlacastolo.com\/en\/studies\/electrocardiogram-echocardiogram\/\">electrocardiogram<\/a> y <a href=\"https:\/\/drakarlacastolo.com\/en\/studies\/doppler-echocardiogram\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"2044\">echocardiogram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of primary prevention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Early diagnosis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduced risk of heart attacks and cerebrovascular events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personalized cardiovascular health plan.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peace of mind for the patient and family.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a check-up in Puerto Vallarta like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <strong>Puerto Vallarta<\/strong>A cardiology check-up can include evaluation by a cardiologist, same-day diagnostic testing and recommendations tailored to local lifestyles. It is ideal for residents and visitors seeking quality care without travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take the first step toward a healthy heart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 <strong>Schedule your cardiology check-up at our clinic in Puerto Vallarta<\/strong> and receive a comprehensive evaluation to take care of your heart health.<br><a href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><strong>Make your appointment now<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Heart Association - Your Guide to Heart-Healthy Checkups<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.escardio.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">European Society of Cardiology - Prevention in Clinical Practice Guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dof.gob.mx\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">NOM-030-SSA2-2009 - Prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment and control of systemic arterial hypertension.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Legal note:<\/strong> This content is informative and does not replace medical consultation. If you have any doubts about your cardiovascular health, consult a specialist.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Un check-up cardiol\u00f3gico es la forma m\u00e1s efectiva de detectar a tiempo factores de riesgo como hipertensi\u00f3n arterial o colesterol alto. En esta gu\u00eda conocer\u00e1s qu\u00e9 incluye, cada cu\u00e1nto hacerlo y c\u00f3mo puede ayudarte a mantener un coraz\u00f3n sano, especialmente si vives en Puerto Vallarta. \u00bfQu\u00e9 es un check-up cardiol\u00f3gico? 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