How a cath lab can help you

The catheterization laboratory, commonly known as the cath lab, is an essential part of many hospitals, especially those specializing in cardiology. The cath lab is a specialized facility that is equipped with advanced technologies to perform minimally invasive procedures on the heart and blood vessels. Here’s a closer look at what the cath lab can do and how it can help you.

What can the Cath Lab do?

Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure that is performed in a Cath Lab. During the procedure a thin flexible tube called catheter is inserted into and guided through a blood vessel to diagnose and treat various conditions of the heart and blood vessels.
The diagnostic procedure is called Angiogram and the therapeutic procedure is called Angioplasty. An Angio is used to diagnose and treat blockages in the blood vessels, deformities or problems in the heart valves and irregular heartbeats.
Let’s see what our cath lab can do for you.

Perform diagnostic tests: Using X-rays and other imaging technologies, we can diagnose various heart and blood vessel conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart valve disorders, and peripheral vascular disease.

Treat blockages: We can perform a variety of procedures to treat blockages in the heart and blood vessels, including angioplasty, stenting, and atherectomy.

Repair defects: If you have a congenital heart defect, we can perform procedures to repair or close these defects.

Implant devices: We can also implant devices such as pacemakers and defibrillators to help regulate your heart’s rhythm.

Why is a cath lab procedure beneficial?

A catheterization procedure offers several advantages. They are:

Faster recovery times: Being minimally invasive, procedures performed in the cath lab often have shorter recovery times than traditional open-heart surgeries. This means you can return to your normal activities sooner.

Reduced risks: Because they are minimally invasive, cath procedures generally carry fewer risks than open-heart surgeries. This is especially important for patients who are at high risk for complications from surgery.

More accurate diagnoses: The advanced imaging technologies used in the cath lab can provide more accurate diagnoses, which can help doctors develop more effective treatment plans.

Improved quality of life: The procedures performed in the cath lab can significantly improve your quality of life by relieving symptoms and reducing the risk of complications.

So, if you have any concerns about your heart health, be sure to consult our cardiologist for the best treatment for all heart problems.