Dr. Ahmed Hattata

Dr. Ahmed Hattata is a Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Consultant and Assistant Professor at Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine. He is a member of the Egyptian Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology. His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, complex coronary artery blockages, interventional cardiac procedures, and selected catheter-based heart valve procedures.

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s areas of interest include coronary angioplasty, coronary stent placement, and the evaluation of selected cases of chronic total coronary occlusion. He also evaluates patients with heart valve disease who may be candidates for catheter-based treatment, including TAVI for transcatheter aortic valve implantation when clinically appropriate.

He also evaluates patients with hypertension and cardiovascular conditions, using clinical assessment, cardiac imaging, and diagnostic tests to determine the appropriate treatment approach for each case.

Patients can submit their medical reports, investigations, and imaging to Macrocare for medical file organization, case review coordination, consultation scheduling, and hospital coordination when required.

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s Specialties

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s areas of expertise include:

• Cardiology and Cardiovascular Diseases
• Interventional Cardiology
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Coronary Artery Insufficiency
• Coronary Artery Blockages
• Chronic Total Occlusion
• Complex Coronary Interventions
• Coronary Stent Placement
• Heart Valve Disease
• Catheter-Based Heart Valve Procedures
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
• Follow-up After Cardiac Catheterization and Stent Placement
• Hypertension

Coronary Artery Disease and Coronary Artery Blockages

Coronary artery disease occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is reduced because of narrowing or blockage in one or more coronary arteries.

Symptoms may include chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, reduced exercise tolerance, or other symptoms. Some acute coronary conditions require urgent medical evaluation.

Treatment depends on the severity and location of the blockage, the number of affected arteries, heart function, symptoms, and the patient’s overall health.

Treatment options may include medication, coronary intervention and stent placement, or coronary artery bypass surgery when appropriate.

Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO)

A Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) is a complete blockage of a coronary artery that has been present for an extended period and can represent a technically challenging type of coronary intervention.

Patients require detailed assessment to determine the effect of the blockage on heart function, symptoms, and the presence of disease in other coronary arteries.

Interventional treatment may be considered for selected patients, while medication or other treatment strategies may be more appropriate in other cases.

The treatment decision depends on coronary imaging, heart function, symptoms, overall health, and specialist assessment.

Coronary Interventional Procedures

Coronary intervention is used to evaluate and treat selected cases of narrowed or blocked coronary arteries.

The procedure may involve widening the narrowed segment and placing a coronary stent to help maintain blood flow when clinically appropriate.

The need for intervention and the appropriate technique depend on the symptoms, diagnostic findings, location and severity of the blockage, and the patient’s overall condition.

Coronary Stent Placement

A coronary stent may be placed during an interventional cardiac procedure to treat selected coronary artery narrowings or blockages.

The decision to place a stent depends on the characteristics, location, and severity of the coronary lesion and the overall assessment of the coronary arteries.

Not every patient with coronary artery disease requires a stent. Patients who undergo stent placement require appropriate follow-up and adherence to the prescribed treatment plan.

TAVI – Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation

TAVI, or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation, is a catheter-based procedure used to replace a diseased aortic valve in selected patients.

The procedure involves delivering a replacement valve through a catheter and positioning it within the diseased aortic valve to improve blood flow from the heart to the body.

Suitability for TAVI depends on several factors, including the severity of aortic stenosis, symptoms, heart function, age, overall health, and cardiac imaging and other investigations.

A specialized cardiac assessment is required to determine whether TAVI is appropriate compared with other treatment options.

Catheter-Based Heart Valve Procedures

Some heart valve conditions can be treated using catheter-based procedures in appropriately selected patients.

The appropriate procedure depends on the affected valve, severity of the disease, heart function, symptoms, overall health, and diagnostic findings.

TAVI is one of the catheter-based procedures that may be considered for selected patients with severe aortic valve stenosis.

Follow-up After Cardiac Catheterization and Stent Placement

Follow-up after cardiac catheterization and coronary stent placement helps assess symptoms, review medications, and monitor cardiovascular risk factors.

Follow-up may include monitoring blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar when relevant, reviewing prescribed medications, and assessing any new symptoms after the procedure.

The timing and investigations required depend on the patient’s condition and the type of procedure performed.

Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease

Hypertension is an important risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Poorly controlled blood pressure over time can increase the risk of cardiovascular complications.

Assessment may include evaluating blood pressure levels, associated risk factors, and the potential effects of hypertension on the heart and blood vessels.

Treatment may include lifestyle modifications, medication, and regular monitoring according to the patient’s condition.

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s Treatment Approach

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s approach begins with a detailed assessment of the patient’s symptoms, medical history, investigations, and cardiac imaging before determining the appropriate treatment strategy.

The evaluation may include:

• Assessing symptoms and medical history.
• Identifying cardiovascular risk factors.
• Reviewing ECG and previous investigations.
• Reviewing echocardiography results when available.
• Reviewing previous cardiac catheterization reports and images.
• Assessing the severity and location of coronary artery disease.
• Evaluating heart muscle and valve function.
• Determining whether interventional treatment is indicated.
• Assessing patients who may be candidates for catheter-based valve procedures such as TAVI.
• Following patients after cardiac catheterization and stent placement.

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s Experience

Dr. Ahmed Hattata is a Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Consultant and Assistant Professor at Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine.

He is a member of the Egyptian Society of Cardiology and the European Society of Cardiology.

His clinical interests include coronary artery disease, interventional cardiology, complex coronary artery blockages, catheter-based heart valve procedures, TAVI, and follow-up after cardiac catheterization and coronary stent placement.

Why Do Patients Consult Dr. Ahmed Hattata?

Patients may consult Dr. Ahmed Hattata for the evaluation and treatment of:

Coronary Artery Disease – Coronary Artery Blockages – Chronic Total Occlusion (CTO) – Cardiac Catheterization – Coronary Stent Placement – Heart Valve Disease – Aortic Stenosis – TAVI – Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation – Post-Catheterization Follow-up – Hypertension.

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Book an Appointment with Dr. Ahmed Hattata through Macrocare

Patients searching for Dr. Ahmed Hattata Cardiology, Dr. Ahmed Hattata Interventional Cardiology, Dr. Ahmed Hattata for Coronary Artery Blockage, or Dr. Ahmed Hattata for TAVI can submit their medical case to Macrocare for case review and consultation coordination.

Macrocare can assist with:

• Organizing the medical file.
• Arranging cardiac reports, investigations, and imaging.
• Coordinating medical case review.
• Arranging a consultation or appointment.
• Coordinating the hospital when required.
• Assisting with treatment cost estimates before travel when available.
• Supporting international patients with treatment arrangements when needed.

Documents Required for Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Case Review

Patients are encouraged to provide all available medical reports and investigations, especially:

• ECG.
• Echocardiography reports.
• Previous cardiac catheterization reports.
• Original cardiac catheterization images when available.
• Coronary stent reports.
• Coronary artery imaging and investigations.
• Recent blood tests.
• Blood pressure readings.
• Current medication list.
• Previous hospital admission reports related to cardiac conditions.

For Heart Valve Disease and TAVI Cases:

• Echocardiography report.
• Echocardiography images when available.
• Cardiac and vascular CT scans when performed.
• Previous aortic valve assessment reports.
• Previous hospital reports.
• Current medication list.
• Previous assessments regarding suitability for transcatheter valve implantation.

For Chronic Total Occlusion Cases:

• Previous cardiac catheterization report.
• Original catheterization images.
• Echocardiography report.
• ECG.
• Previous coronary artery imaging and investigations.
• Recent blood tests.
• Current medication list.

Is Dr. Ahmed Hattata an Interventional Cardiologist?

Yes. Dr. Ahmed Hattata is a Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology Consultant. His areas of interest include coronary interventions and follow-up after cardiac catheterization and coronary stent placement.

Does Dr. Ahmed Hattata Treat Coronary Artery Blockages?

Coronary artery disease and coronary artery blockages are among Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s areas of clinical interest, including selected complex cases and chronic total occlusion.

Treatment is determined according to the location and severity of the blockage, the number of affected vessels, heart function, symptoms, and the patient’s overall health.

Does Dr. Ahmed Hattata Perform TAVI?

Dr. Ahmed Hattata’s areas of interest include catheter-based heart valve procedures, including the evaluation of appropriate patients for TAVI, or Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation.

Suitability for the procedure is determined after evaluating the patient’s aortic valve, heart function, imaging, and other required investigations.

What Is TAVI?

TAVI is a catheter-based procedure for replacing the aortic valve. It may be used in selected patients with severe aortic valve stenosis.

A replacement valve is delivered through a catheter and positioned within the diseased aortic valve to improve blood flow from the heart to the body.

Who May Be Suitable for TAVI?

TAVI is not automatically appropriate for every patient with aortic valve disease.

The decision depends on the severity of aortic stenosis, symptoms, heart function, age, overall health, echocardiography, imaging, and other clinical findings.

Does Every Patient with Coronary Narrowing Need Cardiac Catheterization?

No. The need for cardiac catheterization varies from one patient to another.

The decision depends on symptoms, diagnostic findings, the likelihood and severity of coronary artery disease, the nature of the blockage, and the patient’s overall health.

Can Chronic Total Occlusion Be Treated with Angioplasty?

Interventional treatment may be an option for selected patients with chronic total coronary occlusion, while medication or other treatment strategies may be more appropriate for others.

The appropriate approach requires detailed evaluation, coronary imaging, and assessment of the patient’s symptoms and heart function.

What Tests Are Needed Before a Cardiology Consultation?

Depending on the case, investigations may include an ECG, echocardiogram, blood tests, and previous coronary imaging or cardiac catheterization records when available.

The required tests depend on the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and initial clinical findings.

Why Is Follow-up Important After Coronary Stent Placement?

Follow-up helps assess symptoms, review medications, monitor cardiovascular risk factors, and identify any new symptoms.

Patients should follow their prescribed treatment plan after stent placement and should not stop any medication without consulting their physician.

How Can I Book an Appointment with Dr. Ahmed Hattata?

Patients can submit their medical reports and investigations to Macrocare for medical file organization, case review coordination, and consultation or appointment scheduling, with hospital coordination when required.