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Can someone die during a cardiac catheterization?

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Yes: The usual risk of the procedure is 1 to 2 in 1000 of a serious complication , including death.

Dr Friedlander and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 12/11/2014

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Cardiac Cath: Risk is less than 1in 10000.

Dr Hadied and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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