Cardiac Catheterization

Are You Experiencing Chest Pain or Shortness of Breath? These symptoms may be related to narrowing or blockage in the heart arteries.

Cardiac catheterization is a key procedure used for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.

What Is Cardiac Catheterization? Cardiac catheterization is a procedure in which a thin tube (catheter) is inserted through a blood vessel, usually from the wrist or groin, to reach the heart and coronary arteries.

It is used to:

Visualize coronary arteries
Assess blood flow
Detect blockages
Treat narrowing during the same procedure

When Is It Recommended?

It is performed in cases such as:

Chest pain (angina)
Suspected coronary artery disease
Abnormal cardiac test results
Heart attacks
Evaluation of heart function

How Is It Performed?

Performed under local anesthesia
A catheter is inserted into the artery
Guided to the heart
Contrast dye is injected to visualize arteries
The condition of the arteries is assessed

Treatment can often be performed during the same session.

Interventional Catheterization (Stenting)

If narrowing is found:

The artery can be widened using a balloon
A stent can be placed to keep it open

This is usually done in the same procedure.

Benefits

No open surgery required
Diagnosis and treatment in one session
Short procedure time
Faster recovery
Early discharge

Is It Safe?

Cardiac catheterization is a safe and commonly performed procedure when carried out by experienced specialists.

Follow-Up

Follow-up care includes:

Medications
Lifestyle changes
Regular medical check-ups

A Message to Patients

If you have chest pain or breathing difficulties,
early evaluation with cardiac catheterization can help diagnose and treat the condition effectively.