Cardiac care: EP services now available at SICVD TM Khan

KARACHI: The Sindh Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (SICVD) has opened advanced Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) services at their Tando Muhammad Khan branch, expanding care options for heart rhythm disorders. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Syed Naveed Qamar, Member of the National Assembly, NA-221, District Tando Muhammad Khan, and Prof. Dr. Jawaid Akbar Sial, Executive Director, SICVD.

These enhanced services include EP studies, catheter ablation, and cardiac device implantation, which collectively improve the hospital's ability to diagnose and treat arrhythmias. EP studies evaluate the heart's electrical activity to pinpoint the source of abnormal heartbeats. Catheter ablation focuses on treating specific types of irregular heart rhythms, while cardiac device implantation involves placing devices that aid in managing heart rhythms according to individual patient needs.

The introduction of these specialized services at Tando Muhammad Khan enhances patients' access to top-tier cardiac care in their local area, reducing the need to travel long distances for treatment. This will alleviate the travel and financial strain on patients and their families. SICVD remains dedicated to improving clinical capacities across its hospitals, allowing more patients to receive timely, specialized, and high-quality cardiovascular treatment closer to home.

The Tando Muhammad Khan expansion is a testament to SICVD's commitment to ensuring equitable access to advanced cardiac care, provided at no cost to patients, regardless of their financial status.