Cardiac Care in Erode |
Dr. P. Vijay – Care 24 Hospital

Calcium Deposits in the Heart are one of the silent contributors to heart attacks and reduced blood flow in adults across Erode, Perundurai, Chithode, and Bhavani. Your heart works continuously, but calcium can slowly harden the arteries over time—without obvious symptoms in the early stages.

What Are Calcium Deposits in the Heart?

Calcium is essential for strong bones—but when it collects in your arteries, it becomes dangerous. This condition is called arterial calcification, where hardened calcium plaques build up and reduce the flexibility and diameter of your arteries.

Over time, this restricts blood flow and increases the risk of:

• Heart attack

• Chest pain

• Fatigue

• Shortness of breath

How Calcium Deposits Form (Step-by-Step)

1. Cholesterol, fat, and waste products accumulate inside the artery wall.

2. The body attempts to “heal” the area.

3. Calcium begins to deposit over the damaged surface.

4. Plaques grow harder and thicker, making arteries stiff and narrow.

This slow, silent process eventually limits oxygen-rich blood to the heart.

Early Warning Signs of Arterial Calcification

Be alert if you notice:

• Chest pain or tightness

• Shortness of breath during activity

• Unusual fatigue even after mild exertion

These symptoms should never be ignored. Early evaluation helps prevent complications.

Meet Our Cardiologist

Why
Dr. P. Vijay for Cardiac Care in Erode?

At Care 24 Hospital, heart health is managed by Dr. P. Vijay, MD., DNB (Cardiology), FSCAI, a cardiologist at Care 24 Hospital.

What He Offers:

Qualifications
MD, DNB (Cardiology), FSCAI.

 Cardiac Procedures
Contact the hospital for details of procedures such as Rotational Atherectomy (general information; ask the hospital about availability. Care24 has a Cath Lab).

Imaging & Physiology Studies
Contact the hospital for details.

Consultations
Contact Care24 reception on 0424-2666-666 for appointments.

Emergency Enquiries
For emergency enquiries, call 0424-2430166.

Early Evaluation
Contact the hospital for details of cardiac check-ups.

Book an Appointment

Call: 95 97 222 666
Visit: care24hospital.in
Care 24 Medical Centre & Hospital, Erode