Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab)
Introduction
Our state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory is a specialized facility where cardiologists perform minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat heart conditions. Using advanced imaging equipment, our specialists can visualize the heart’s arteries and chambers in real-time.
Services Offered
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Angioplasty and Stenting
- Peripheral Angiography and Angioplasty
- Pacemaker Implantation
- Valve Procedures
- Structural Heart Interventions
- Emergency Cardiac Procedures
When You Might Need This Service
- Evaluation of chest pain or suspected coronary artery disease
- After an abnormal stress test
- Following a heart attack
- For treatment of blocked arteries
- Heart valve problems
- Irregular heart rhythms
- Congenital heart defects
What to Expect
- Most procedures are performed under local anesthesia
- A thin, flexible tube (catheter) is inserted through a small incision in your groin or wrist
- Contrast dye is injected to visualize the heart and blood vessels
- Real-time X-ray imaging guides the procedure
- Most procedures take 30 minutes to 2 hours
- Some procedures may require an overnight hospital stay
Our Expertise
Our Cath Lab features the latest digital imaging systems, advanced radiation dose management, and 3D imaging capabilities. Our highly skilled interventional cardiologists perform both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with precision and care.
Preparation & Aftercare
- Your doctor will provide specific instructions before your procedure
- You may need to fast for several hours beforehand
- Arrange for someone to drive you home afterward
- Follow all post-procedure care instructions for optimal recovery