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For what conditions is cardiac catheterization recommended?

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Dr. Francis Uricchio answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Long list: A very large number of cardiac conditions may possibly require cardiac catheterization. These abnormalities may involve the lining of the heart (pericardium), the muscle of the heart (myocardium), the valves of the heart, or the arteries of the heart (coronary arteries).

Answered 3/11/2013

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Lot: Usually to diagnose diseases from blocked vessels valve disease pulmonary htn congenital disease prior to heart sx coronary artery disease aortic aneurysm etc.

Answered 12/1/2012

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