Head of the Department of Cardiology Prof. Dr. Boztosun made important statements and warned about cardiovascular diseases. Boztosun stated that in the periods when technology was less developed, heart diseases were tried to be detected by looking at the changes in the face, ear, finger and hair of the patients who could not be tested such as heart tomography, ECG, and echocardiography.
“IF THE FOREST FINGER IS LONG THAN THE RING FINGER…”
Stating that coronary artery disease was followed by changes in the body in the past, Boztosun said, “The possibility of cardiovascular disease and stroke was considered to be high in those with a line on the earlobe. It was thought that the risk was higher if this line was in both ears. The index finger was longer than the ring finger, and the navel circumference was larger. “The accumulation of fat on and around the eyelids and hair loss on the top of the head were counted as symptoms. Also, cardiovascular diseases were more common in people who could not touch their toes without bending their knees while sitting.” said.
“THE INCREASED TECHNOLOGY TODAY, WE CAN GET FASTER AND PRECISE RESULTS”
Boztosun said, “Today, with the increasing technology, we can get faster and more precise results thanks to cardiac tomography (CT angiography) performed in 15 seconds. The rapid and precise diagnosis makes the treatment successful.” made its assessment.
“KEY TO PROTECTING HEART HEALTH”
Emphasizing that apart from genetic predisposition, tobacco products, sedentary life, high blood pressure and cholesterol increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, Boztosun reported that a healthy lifestyle and balanced diet are the keys to protecting heart health. (AA)
