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WELCOME
  • SIBIA MEDICAL CENTRE
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The Natural Heart History
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ABOUT ECP
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Early ECP models
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Principle
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HOW ECP INCREASES BLOOD FLOW
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HAEMODYNAMICS OF ECP
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CHEMICAL CHANGES
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You feel better –
  “Your body knows best”
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You test better –
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Collateral Development in
Experimental Heart (Dog)
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SUCCESS RATE
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WHICH CONDITIONS CAN BE TREATED WITH ECP?
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 Advantages of ECP:
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Step 1
Are you a viable candidate for ECP?
  • If you have a heart problem  you should discuss ECP treatment with your doctor.
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Step 2
Get ready for ECP treatment
  • For the ECP treatment wear a pair of exercise tights.
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Step 3
Attach pressure cuffs.
  • Pressure cuffs are attached to the calves, thighs and buttocks.
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Step 4
One Hour Treatment
  • A trained nurse oversees the ECP treatment.


  • Many patients listen to music or even nap during the treatment.
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Start Feeling Better!
  • Most patients have decrease in chest pain and higher energy levels after the first 20 treatments.
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Precautions
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ECP patient’s say:
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Take home message - Better options
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