Diagnostic Cardiac Catheterization

Diagnostic cardiac catheterization is a medical procedure used to examine the heart's condition. During this procedure, a thin, flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel, usually in the arm or groin, and guided to the heart. This allows doctors to measure blood pressure, take images of the heart's chambers and arteries, and assess blood flow. It helps diagnose conditions like heart disease, assess heart function, and plan treatment options. The procedure is typically done in a hospital setting and provides important information for managing heart health.