Heart health in the Allgäu: Clinics join forces for better care

Heart health in the Allgäu: Clinics join forces for better care

Heart failure, often known as heart failure, is increasing alarmingly in Germany! This worrying development is primarily due to the aging population, and the clinics in Kaufbeuren, Füssen and Buchloe are reacting promptly. As part of the Heart Weeks in November, information will be provided about the latest treatment options and preventative measures, supported by innovative networks and collaborations. The message is clear: healthcare must adapt to meet the growing challenge!

Dr. Martin Hinterseer, head of cardiology in Füssen, sounds the alarm! Cardiological care is facing a huge upheaval due to demographic change. He proudly runs the only certified Heart Failure Unit (HFU) in the Allgäu. In order to cope with the increasing number of patients, a regional network is being created in collaboration with the Augsburg University Hospital. This promises faster and more targeted treatments for those affected from the Allgäu and Swabia! This is real progress!

Progress through cooperation and prevention

When it comes to complicated procedures, close cooperation with clinics in Augsburg and Munich is essential. Dr. Marcus Koller, head of the Ostallgäu-Kaufbeuren Heart Center, explains how modern, minimally invasive procedures are now also available in Kaufbeuren. Patients with a leaky mitral valve can be treated gently, which is particularly important for older people. This means that the procedure not only remains effective, but also local!

But the focus is not just on the treatment! Dr. Sascha Chmiel, cardiologist at the St. Josef Buchloe Clinic, emphasizes the crucial role of a healthy lifestyle. A low-fat diet can significantly reduce the risk of heart failure. Excessive salt consumption and obesity are the real culprits that promote cardiovascular disease. Heart Weeks are a golden opportunity to educate the population about these vital issues!