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CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION

can check blood flow in the coronary arteries. It also checks the function of different parts of the heart, such as the heart chambers, the heart valves, and the wall of the heart. In children, this test is used to check for heart problems that have been present since birth<br>

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CARDIAC CATHETERIZATION

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  1. Cardiac Catheterization

  2. is a test to check your heart. • his test uses a thin, flexible tube called a catheter that is inserted into the heart through blood vessels. • can check blood flow in the coronary arteries. It also checks the function of different parts of the heart, such as the heart chambers, the heart valves, and the wall of the heart. In children, this test is used to check for heart problems that have been present since birth Cardiac catheterization

  3. This test can include a coronary angiogram, which checks the coronary arteries A. coronary angiogram • is used to find out if you have disease in your coronary arteries • This test can find fat and calcium deposits (plaque) that are narrowing your coronary arteries.

  4. B. Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) • similar to a coronary angiogram. • is used to open up a narrowed coronary artery with special tools. PCI includes: • Angioplasty with or without coronary stents. • Atherectomy.

  5. Results from a coronary angiogram help to find out if certain treatments are likely to work for you. This includes treatment with medicines, bypass surgery, or percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), such as angioplasty.

  6. Check blood flow and blood pressure in the chambers of the heart. • Check the pumping action of the heart. • Find out if a congenital heart defect is present and how severe it is. Cardiac catheterization sometimes can also be used to help correct the defect. • Check blood flow through the heart after surgery. • Find out how well the heart valves work. Cardiac catheterization is done to:

  7. > Check blood flow in the coronary arteries. If you have coronary artery disease, the test helps to find out if you may need surgery or another type of procedure, such as angioplasty with stenting. A coronary angiogram is done to:

  8. Ask your patient if: • allergic to the iodine dye used in the contrast material or any other substance that contains iodine. • allergic to anything that might be used during the test, such as latex or talc. • allergic to any medicines. • Take any medicines, vitamins, supplements, or herbal remedies. Some of these can raise your risk of bleeding. Some medicines can cause other problems during the test. Your doctor will tell you which medicines to stop before your test and which medicines you can take safely. Medicines to mention include: • Blood-thinning medicine, such as warfarin, clopidogrel (Plavix), or aspirin. • Erection medicines, such as sildenafil (Viagra), tadalafil (Cialis), or vardenafil (Levitra). How To Prepare

  9. Are pregnant, might be pregnant, or are breast-feeding. • Have asthma or have ever had a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) from any substance, such as the venom from a bee sting. • Have any bleeding problems. • Have kidney disease. The contrast material used during an angiogram can cause kidney damage in people who have poor kidney function. If you have a history of kidney problems, blood tests may be done before and after the test to make sure that your kidneys are working well.

  10. pregnant, might be pregnant, or are breast-feeding. • Have asthma or have ever had a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) from any substance, such as the venom from a bee sting. • Have any bleeding problems. • Have kidney disease. The contrast material used during an angiogram can cause kidney damage in people who have poor kidney function. If you have a history of kidney problems, blood tests may be done before and after the test to make sure that your kidneys are working well.

  11. Arrange for someone to take you home after the test. You may not have to stay in the hospital overnight. • Do not eat or drink (except for a small amount of water) for 6 to 12 hours before the test. • Take your medicines as directed by your doctor. You might stop taking certain medicines before your test and start taking them again after your test. • Before the test, remove any necklaces, bracelets, rings, or other jewelry. You should also remove nail polish from your fingernails and toenails. • Be sure to empty your bladder completely just before the test.

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