At Heart and Vascular Clinic, we offer advanced echocardiogram (echo) testing to evaluate your heart’s structure and function using non-invasive ultrasound technology. This essential tool captures real-time images of your heart’s chambers, valves, and major vessels—allowing our expert cardiologists to assess how well your heart is working and detect potential issues early.
Cardiac catheterization is a procedure in which a thin, flexible tube called a catheter is inserted into a blood vessel—usually in the groin, arm, or neck—and guided to the heart. It gives your cardiologist a direct look at how your heart is functioning and allows for both diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to be done in one session.
Most cardiac catheterizations are performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you can go home the same day. The procedure typically lasts about an hour.
Cardiac catheterization is a vital tool for:
It is commonly used to investigate symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, or abnormal stress test results.
Before the procedure, you’ll receive detailed instructions on how to prepare, including any fasting requirements or changes to your medication.
On the day of your procedure:
Following the procedure, you’ll be monitored for a short time before being discharged, with detailed aftercare instructions.
At Heart & Vascular Clinic, we are proud to provide patients in Newark, Wilmington, and Middletown, DE with expert interventional cardiology services using the latest technology and techniques.
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