Heart catheterization is a medical procedure that involves inserting a thin tube, called a catheter, into the heart through a blood vessel in the leg or arm. This helps doctors examine the heart's blood vessels, check for any blockages or problems, and even treat certain conditions like blocked arteries.
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- The most commonly used heart and blood vessel imaging procedures using radiation are nuclear stress tests, cardiac CT (computed tomography) scans, and fluoroscopy (a real - time X-ray used to guide catheter and device placement during heart catheterization and tests for heart rhythm abnormalities). (sciencedaily.com)
- Not every ASD can be closed with heart catheterization. (aboutkidshealth.ca)
- The doctor will explain the risks of heart catheterization to you in more detail before you give your consent for the procedure. (aboutkidshealth.ca)
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