cardiovascular disease Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide. It kills an estimated 17.9 million people each year (about 32% of the global causes of death), and one-third of all deaths from the disease occur prematurely (under 70). for in Thailand The death rate from ischemic heart disease in 2020 is 21,309 people and is likely to increase every year. While the number of doctors is still not enough to care for the patients. According to statistics from the National Statistical Office, in 2021, there is a proportion of 1 medical staff per 1,680 people. Moreover, the number of doctors per population is not equally distributed in all areas. For example, in Bangkok, the rate of 1 doctor per population average 515 people, while in Chiang Mai the rate of 1 doctor per population 1,144 people, etc., Krabi Province, the rate of 1 doctor per population 2,977 people, Sakaeo province, the rate of 1 doctor per population 3,483 people, etc.
The Heart Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King and the Noninvasive Cardiovascular Lab, Heart Center Chulalongkorn Hospital, the Thai Red Cross Society, in collaboration with Philips (Thailand) Co., Ltd., a leader in healthcare technology, operates the Corporate Social Responsibility project to support access to the public health system for Thai people, especially those heart disease And this year is again working together to support “Roaming Heart Project” by organizing a heart examination unit by a specialized doctor and advanced echocardiography machines. (Echocardiography) with image data management and reporting system for coronary heart disease to more than 100 patients at Somdej Phra Yuparat Sa Kaeo Hospital, Muang District, Sa Kaeo Province
Associate Professor Dr. Suphot Srimahachota, President of the Heart Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty said, “One of the main objectives of the Heart Association of Thailand. In addition to promoting knowledge about diagnosis and treatment of heart disease to medical personnel. We also attach importance to disseminating knowledge about heart disease. as well as to assist people in getting proper diagnosis and treatment of heart disease The association cooperates with the Heart Foundation of Thailand in organizing this heart-roaming project. by being an intermediary in bringing a team of doctors and personnel to participate in the project to help patients and disseminate knowledge about heart disease to a wider audience I must say that heart disease can be caused by many reasons. Whether it is caused by genetics, stress, lack of exercise unhealthy diet Or it may be caused by the consequences of other diseases such as diabetes, high blood pressure. and the use of certain drugs, etc. Each year, the government and the people lose a lot of the cost of heart disease is very high. from the information from the Department of Medical Affairs It states that Thailand has an average cost of medical care for heart disease patients of 6,906 million baht per year, reinforcing that cardiovascular disease is a health burden that requires urgent assistance. (Especially in the midst of the COVID-19 situation still epidemic causing a large number of patients to wait for the examination Because patients with heart disease are at risk of severe symptoms if infected with COVID-19 They may have a heart attack or heart failure. Because viral infection causes the heart to work harder). Therefore, the association is committed to helping spread preventive knowledge to reduce the risk of heart disease in Thai people. as well as encouraging patients to have access to the correct early diagnosis in order to enable them to receive effective treatment. and reduce the cost of treatment in terms of cost and time as well.”
Assistant Professor Dr. Somonporn Bunyaratvej Songmuang, Head of the Noninvasive Cardiovascular Lab, Heart Center Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society, said, “Heart disease is serious and complex. Therefore, advances in technology are required to assist in the diagnosis. Because there are many types of heart disease, such as congenital heart disease. coronary heart disease, heart valve disease, heart muscle disease arrhythmia There are different approaches to treating heart disease, so the most important thing in the beginning is an effective examination. Doctors can differentiate the type and severity of heart disease. leading to proper diagnosis and treatment An examination that can be considered as one of the important tests is echocardiography. (Echocardiography), also known as Echo, uses the principle of ultrasound waves through the patient’s chest to the heart. It can examine the function and structure of the heart, including the squeezing and relaxing of the heart. closure of the heart valves Checking for leaky or narrowed heart valves Checking the work of the heart muscle, etc. The Echo machine can be moved and is a safe examination. no harmful radiation Pregnant patients can be examined without harm to the fetus. Therefore, an echocardiogram has been selected for this unit release. picture and report Come to help with the examination and when the results of the examination have been received Physicians can look at the information to come up with a tailored treatment approach for each patient.”
Mr. Wirot Witthayawerot, President and Managing Director of Philips (Thailand) Co., Ltd., said, “Philips as a leader in healthcare technology. We are committed to improving the quality of life and improving the well-being of people. contributing to society and supporting access to the public health system It is one of our business strategies. Throughout the past We have supported many agencies and organizations to help people with heart disease. Because we realize the importance of cardiovascular disease that is increasing every year in Thailand. And this time, again, we have the opportunity to work with cardiology medical personnel from the Heart Association of Thailand. and from the heart disease diagnostic laboratory Chulalongkorn Hospital in the introduction of an advanced echocardiogram (Echocardiography) and information management system for coronary artery disease (ISCV) from Philips to serve patients in Sa Kaeo Province. for faster and more efficient diagnosis
for the heart of the road project It is a project organized by the cooperation of the Heart Foundation of Thailand under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King. and the Heart Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage This time, it was held at Somdej Phra Yuparat Sa Kaeo Hospital, Muang District, Sa Kaeo Province to provide heart disease screening services to more than 100 patients, both adults and children.