A catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, is a specialized hospital room equipped with advanced imaging technology used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. In the cath lab, minimally inv.....
A catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, is a specialized hospital room equipped with advanced imaging technology used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular conditions. In the cath lab, minimally invasive procedures are performed by inserting catheters through blood vessels to reach the heart or other parts of the vascular system. These procedures include angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, and electrophysiology studies, which are often used to open blocked arteries, repair heart defects, or evaluate heart function. This approach reduces the need for open-heart surgery, offering patients quicker recovery times and reduced hospital stays. Modern cath labs are often equipped with advanced intraoperative imaging technologies, which help reduce complications and improve the overall success rates of interventional procedures.
