Quirónsalud Torrevieja strengthens its Cardiology Service as a benchmark in advanced cardiovascular diagnosis and treatment

The Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital The unit has become one of the most important units in Alicante in terms of comprehensive management of cardiovascular disease, which is the number one cause of death and morbidity in developed countries.

The service, led by Dr Vicente Massucco is committed to a multidisciplinary model which integrates prevention and diagnosis with treatment and follow-up in a single pathway of care. This is supported by the latest technology and 24 hour cardiac supervision.

The department of Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery at the hospital is organised around a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach that addresses everything from common cardiovascular problems to complex cases.

The clinical organisation at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital brings together in a single area all the essential consultations required for the diagnosis and specialised follow-up of patients with cardiovascular conditions.

Clinical Cardiology

• Specialised outpatient clinics
• Inpatient hospital care
• Intensive Care Units for high-risk cases, post-interventional patients or those recovering after cardiac surgery

This model allows for joint decision-making on the basis of scientific evidence, and clinical committees with specialised expertise that determines the best therapeutic strategy for each case.

Advanced Cardiac Imaging & Haemodynamics : Precision Diagnosis

The Advanced Cardiac Imaging Unit is one of the main pillars in the service. It includes:

• Transthoracic echocardiography
• Transoesophageal ultrasound
• Stress contrast echocardiography
• Cardiac computed Tomography (coronary & structural)
• Cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (coming Soon)

In the Haemodynamics & Interventional Cardiology Unit, diagnostic and therapeutic coronary argiograms as well angioplasties for acute and chronic patient are performed.

The equipment allows for a highly accurate and early diagnosis. This is crucial to reduce complications and improve the prognosis.

Cardiac Surgery with Minimally Invasive Techniques

The Cardiac Surgery Unit is equipped with operating theatres that are the most technologically advanced for procedures like:

• Coronary bypass surgery (coronary bypass grafting).
• Valve repair surgery and replacement
• Valve surgery with minimally invasive techniques
• Aortic surgery
• Recurrent complex cardiac surgeries

The team prioritizes minimally invasive procedures whenever they are clinically appropriate. This is to reduce surgical risks and optimise patient recovery.

The hospital has a unique feature: an Intensive-Care Unit, which is equipped with advanced hemodynamic monitoring and mechanical circulation support. This ensures specialised supervision round the clock.

Electrophysiology Unit

The Cardiac Arrhythmia Unit provides diagnosis and treatment for heart rhythm disorders.

• Electrophysiological studies
• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and cryoablation
• Treatment of atrial fibrillation
• Implantation and use of implantable cardioverter devices (ICDs).
• Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy

A close collaboration between cardiologists, cardiac surgery specialists, intensivists specialised anaesthetists, and highly trained nursing staff allows for comprehensive and safe treatment.

Sports Cardiology: prevention of cardiovascular disease and monitoring athletes

Sports Cardiology is a strategic area within the service. It provides:

• Medical evaluations of cardiovascular sports
• Cardiovascular risk stratification
• Athlete-specific Echocardiography
• Patients with heart disease can benefit from a personalized follow-up.

This is important for both professional athletes as well as recreational sports enthusiasts who want to exercise safely.

Heart disease warning signs

Warning signs can save your life. The centre’s specialists stress that it is important to seek urgent medical attention when symptoms like the following appear:

Chest pain or pressure

• The chest feels tight, heavy or a burning sensation in the middle.
• Radiation in the left arm or neck, jaw, or back
• Lasting more than 10–15 minutes

Shortness of Breath

• Breathing difficulties at rest or mild exertion
• You need to sleep with your back straight

Excessive Fatigue

• Disproportionate tiredness
• Consistent exhaustion, without apparent cause
• It may be the only sign in women

Palpitations or dizziness

• Rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Instability, or a brief loss of consciousness

Swelling of the ankles or legs

• Oedema of the lower extremities
• Rapid weight gain

Leg pain when walking

• Walking pain that improves after rest
• A possible indication of peripheral vascular diseases

With a highly specialised team and advanced technological infrastructure, the Cardiology and Cardiac Surgery Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital offers comprehensive care for cardiovascular disease at every stage: prevention, diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

The integrated model, commitment towards minimally invasive surgeries and 24-hour cardiac monitoring position it as a leader in cardiology for the Vega Baja Region and southern part of Alicante province.