Heart catheterization procedure risks

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Avatar m tn Thank you. I think there is just posted elsewhere that the doctors have decided that I shouldn't have the catheterization. And, I'm not given a good enough reason for this sudden change of heart... except that, they've now decided - I haven't had any sudden changes.. And yet, my post stress echo ekg was a mess. I doubt that went away. I will give the CT radiation risks vs catheterization/angioplasty vs medication, exercise, a good deal more thought now.
Avatar n tn Physicians and nurses should be trained in this skill. Like all medical procedures, there are risks for complications. The most common risks associated with catheterization are related to the urethra (infection and trauma). If you have concerns about inserting the catheter, it is best to raise this issue with the physician managing your father's care.
Avatar n tn i had a heart catheterization done a week ago.. i have formed a knot in the area of the catheter and now it throbs at site around to my lower back.. is this normal ?
Avatar f tn Thanks for the question, take care, Ken
Avatar n tn I thought I had read that the CT scan emits a terribly high dose of radiation, and the article actually suggested that unless you could not have the heart catheterization, that would be the only time a physician would recommend the CT scan. Is the CT scan safe after several years of trials? I don't mind the procedure, but I really don't need any heavy rad doses if there are alternatives.
Avatar m tn I am puzzled why the doctor did not explain to you the reason for a heart catheterization. Of course it must be related to why your son needed to go to a cardiologist in the first place -- symptoms? Prior diagnoses? Generally speaking, a heart catheterization is performed to assess coronary arteries (#, locations, any narrowing), heart valve (leakage or narrowing) or heart muscle (thickness, movement, or any holes where there shouldn’t be one).
Avatar m tn However two weeks after my release I was given a chemical stress test. It showed a negative response upon rest. My caridiologist suggested I undergo a catheterization, but due to the fact that I do not have insurance the procedures cost was prohibitive. My cardiologist said at the time that this procedure was not absolutely necessary as the blockage ( if any ) was minimimal. However he said he would like to know for sure. He suggested I get the procedure done at some later date.
Avatar n tn I had a heart catheterization the place on my leg where they did the procedure has a severe bruise. Is this normal and how long will it last?
351404 tn?1299489130 s difficult to get a clear picture of your heart and lungs with a standard echocardiogram, your doctor may recommend a transesophageal echocardiogram A better test to evaluate includes a right heart cardiac catheterization and bypass TEE. I have provided information from the Mayo Clinic regarding diagnosis of pulmonary hypertension. ■Right heart catheterization.
Avatar m tn facing a catheter procedure to repair stenosis in left circumflex artery near main. how dangerous is this This discussion is related to <a href='/posts/show/334307'>Cardiac Catheterization</a>.
Avatar n tn t found one person that describes having a stricture removed with this procedure and being satisfied with the results. Most describe relief for a short period of time and then having to have the procedure repeated or have to dilate their urethra on an almost daily basis. If thats the case, I'd much rather have a weak stream and pee frequently than have to use a catheter for the rest of my life. I'm worried that this might just make a bad problem worse.
Avatar f tn Can you educate me on how this works? I thought they just ran a tube up and into your heart, used dye, etc., to check your heart and coronary blood vessels.
Avatar f tn Blood work ruled out anemia, kidney or liver problems. I am scheduled to have a right heart catheterization on Wendsday. I am getting nervous about why out of the clear blue a healthy 57 year old would have all these problems. I am getting very nervous about the catheterization!!! Any information would be appreciated.
Avatar m tn The procedure, necessitated by ongoing BPH symptoms, went smoothly, and I was back home that same day. After enduring 8 hours of retention, a catheter was reinserted with cathetrization to be continued for another 6 to 7 days. There was no indication of infection, although I don't know if a urine culture was even taken. But, I am taking Cipro 500MG twice daily. The urologist did comment that my retention was somewhat rare.
Avatar m tn After identifying the defects a cardiac catheterization helps to study the arterial structure of the heart and to identify the blocks for further therapy. So, your doctor may next ask for cardiac catheterization. Please follow up with him. Regards.
Avatar n tn My husband had two stents put in his heart. both have failed. I would like to know what is next???
Avatar f tn I am having a right diagnostic cardiac catheterization tomorrow morning and am getting nervous.
Avatar f tn My 80 year old mother recently had a heart catheterization. It was recommended because she had a reversible inferior apical defect on a Cardiolite discovered during a persantine stress test. The doctor said she was not a candidate for open heart surgery because she also has significant COPD, Diabetes and Asthma. My question is: What does this mean? The cardiologist said he wouldn't do anything at this time.
Avatar n tn I'm a 40 yr. old woman and just recently had a stress test that showed a 'problem' with the front part of my heart. My doctor suggested a catherization, which I schedualed for next week. I must say that I'm a little freaked out...no, make that totally freaked out. I understand that this is a rather routine procedure, however, as I was reading a few of the other comments, I now have more concerns. First of all, I'm curious the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Avatar f tn But her appt last Oct. 03, 2014...her doctor wants her to go thru catheterization procedure because he said the hole remained the same size since she turned 12mos. Is it really necessary for her to do this? I am afraid for her going thru general anesthesia & the procedure. Pls advice & help me with my dilemma. Thank you in advance for your advice.
Avatar n tn hello, i had a heart catherization procedure 4 weeks ago. All went well and looks like everything is healing fine. I had a bruise near the groin area that went away and the tiny little lump i had right under where they poked is going away. However, the artery next to the poked area is still a little swolen. It has not gotten bigger, but seems like it is taking to long. Shouldn't the artery swell go down by now? I am not in pain and going to work and even taking walks.
Avatar n tn Is there any reason to bother with a Cardiac Catheterization test if I've already been put on a beta bloker and statin? Or should we give the drugs time to work? Can drugs and exercise reduce restriction in an artery? I recently had a stress test that suggests ischemia. The next recommendation is to have a Cardiac Catheterization. But I'm getting inconsistent advice from my primary Dr., stress test Drs and follow on Cardiologist.
Avatar f tn We are currently discussing the balloon catheterization procedure. My son has a tricuspid valve but two of the leaflets are fused together. It is my understanding that the best thing that could happen is the balloon would tear where it is fused together because there would be less regurgitation after. However, there is no way to control where it tears. Are there any advanced cath procedures where you can control the tear?
Avatar f tn All I can add to this is what my cardiologist told me. I just found out that I have a large sized, mild to moderate myocardial perfusion abnormality at apical to basal inferior and inferolateral wall, with partial reversibility at the inferolateral wall. Seems the mediastinal border between chambers is slightly thickened, but only by .2cm so that's hardly anything.