Cardiac Catheterisation

Cardiac catheterisation is a vital diagnostic and therapeutic procedure used to evaluate and treat heart conditions. During this procedure, a thin, flexible tube (catheter) is inserted into a blood vessel and guided to the heart. This allows doctors to perform detailed examinations of heart function, measure pressures within heart chambers, assess blood flow through coronary arteries, and identify any structural abnormalities.

This comprehensive procedure serves multiple purposes, from diagnosing heart conditions to performing interventional treatments. It provides crucial information about heart valve function, coronary artery disease, and heart muscle strength. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and typically requires minimal recovery time, making it a valuable tool in modern cardiac care.