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Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota

The Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota is commited to providing the most advanced services possible for the care and treatment of cardiovascular disease.  Below are services offered at the Avera Heart Hospital.

  • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair - An aortic aneurysm is the ballooning of a large artery in the abdomen caused by the weakening of the arterial wall.
  • Cardiac Catherization - Cardiac catheterization is one of the most valuable diagnostic tests available for viewing the condition of your heart.
  • Cardiac Surgery - Open heart surgery describes any surgery using the heart-lung machine.
  • Cardiac Valve Surgery - When blood is allowed to flow backward through the valve and reduce the volume of blood moving forward, surgery is necessary.
  • Carotid Arteriogram - The carotid arteries are located in your neck and carry blood to your brain.
  • Carotid Endarterectomy - Carotid artery disease results from the aging process, causing a narrowing of the arties which carry blood to the brain.
  • Catheter Ablation - Catheter ablation is a procedure performed to cure certain types of abnormal heart rhythms, or arrhythmais.
  • Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - Coronary angioplasty or PTCA (percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty) is an invasive treatment performed in the catheterization laboratory.
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) - Coronary artery bypass grafting is performed when there is a reduced supply of blood and oxygen to the heart.
  • Coronary Stents - Coronary stents are positioned in your coronary artery to permanently hold the artery open.
  • CVSTAT - CVSTAT was created by the Heart Hospital of South Dakota to assist physicians and hospitals in outlying areas with the management of acute and emergency-related cardiovascular healthcare.
  • Directional Coronary Atherectomy (DCA), Rotoblader, and TEC Atherectomy - During a DCA, the plaque which has built up to narrow your coronary artery will be shaved away and removed.
  • Echocardiogram - The echocardiogram is an ultrasound test used to see the function of the valves and other structures of your heart.
  • Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) - An electrocardiogram is a recording of the electrical activity which produces your heartbeat and pulse. It provides your physician with information about your heart's rhythm and health.
  • Electrophysiology(EP) Studies - An EP study records your heart's electrical activity from within its chambers.
  • Full Service Emergency Care - South Dakota Heart Hospital features a full service ER department and a Heart Emergency Center staffed by board-certified ER physicians and highly skilled staff.
  • Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator - An ICD is a surgically implanted electrical device used to maintain your heart's rhythm.
  • Lab Services - The Heart Hospital's lab provides cardiovascular-related tests and services.
  • Pacemakers - A Cardiac pacemaker detects your heartbeat and supplies electrical energy to produce a heartbeat when you need it.
  • Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA) - Percutaneous transluminal angioplasty is a non-surgical technique most commonly used to treat atherosclerotic disease in the leg arteries.
  • Peripheral Arteriogram - Peripheral vascular disease is caused by arterial blockages or narrowings that restrict the flow of blood to the body excluding the heart.
  • Signal Average EKG - A signal average EKG is a recording of the electrical activity of your heart. Multiple heartbeats are computer-averaged and enlarged to help your physician detect tiny electrical signals.
  • Stress Echocardiogram - A stress echocardiogram is an ultrasound test used to see the function of the valves and other structures of your heart, before and after exercise.
  • Tilt Table Study - A tilt table study is used to determine the cause of fainting spells or syncopal episodes.
  • Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE) - A transesophageal echocardiogram is an ultrasound test used to see the function of the valves and other structures of your heart.
  • Treadmill Stress Test - A treadmill stress test uses an electrocardiogram and your blood pressure to evaluate the function of the heart during exercise or work. It allows your physician to detect cardiovascular disease and assess your cardiovascular fitness.
  • Vascular Imagery - Vascular Imagery is an ultrasound exam that uses doppler to check blood flow through the arteries of the neck, arms, legs and kidneys or the veins of the arms or legs.