Diagnostic cardiac catheterization

What does "Diagnostic cardiac catheterization" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Diagnostic cardiac catheterization is a medical procedure used to check the health of the heart. During this procedure, a long, thin tube called a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel and guided to the heart. This allows doctors to take pictures of the heart and its blood vessels, helping them identify any problems such as blockages or heart diseases. It can also measure the pressure and blood flow in the heart.

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