Catheterization Laboratory Equipment

A catheterization laboratory, or cath lab, is equipped with specialized tools used to diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel conditions. Key equipment includes imaging machines like X-ray systems that provide real-time images of blood vessels, guiding procedures precisely. There are also catheters—thin, flexible tubes inserted into blood vessels—that allow doctors to reach the heart or arteries. Additional tools include monitors, contrast dye injectors, and devices for inserting stents or performing balloon angioplasty. This advanced equipment enables minimally invasive procedures, offering accurate diagnosis and effective treatment with faster recovery times.