Cardiac Catheterization and Heart Care Unit
1 - Cardiac Catheterization Unit
- Definition: A specialized department that performs medical procedures using a catheter (a thin, flexible tube) to access the heart and blood vessels.
- Procedures: Includes coronary angiography, balloon angioplasty to widen blocked arteries (interventional catheterization), and stent placement.
- Goals: To diagnose heart diseases, improve blood flow, and relieve symptoms such as angina.
Cardiac Catheterization Unit Services List
- Diagnosis and treatment of acute heart attacks with clot suction device
- Diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease
- Diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, including closure of holes and arterial connections
- Diagnosis and treatment of arrhythmias, with ablation of electrical foci using radiofrequency waves
- emporary and permanent pacemaker implantation
- Implantation of internal defibrillators and heart muscle strengthening devices
- Mitral and pulmonary valve dilation via catheterization
- Pericardiocentesis
- Aortic artery dilation and covered stent placement
2 - Intensive Cardiac Care
- Definition: A specialized unit providing intensive care for patients with critical heart conditions
- Services: Includes 24-hour intensive monitoring, life support, and treatment for critical conditions such as heart attacks and heart failure.
- Goals: To maintain patient stability, provide emergency treatment, and improve recovery chances.
- These units aim to offer advanced and comprehensive care for heart patients, enhancing the chances of recovery.
