Basics of the Cath Lab: Resources for CVPs, Fellows, and the Cath Curious-Introduction to the Cath Lab

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker provides an overview of what happens in the cardiac cath lab and the reasons for performing cardiac catheterization procedures. They discuss indications for interventional cardiology, such as suspected or known coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death, valvular heart disease, congenital heart disease, pulmonary hypertension, pericardial constriction, cardiomyopathy, and heart transplant assessment. They also mention contraindications and relative contraindications for the procedure. The speaker explains the risks and complications associated with cardiac catheterization, including death, myocardial infarction, stroke, arrhythmias, hemorrhage, contrast-induced nephropathy, allergic reactions, and radiation exposure. They discuss the pre-procedural care, including necessary tests and examinations, and the equipment used in the lab. Additionally, the speaker highlights the importance of teamwork in the cardiac cath lab and provides an overview of coronary artery anatomy, hemodynamics, and percutaneous mechanical circulatory support devices. The video serves as an introduction to the topic and is intended to provide a brief overview of the cardiac cath lab.

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Louai Razzouk, MD, FSCAI

Keywords

cardiac cath lab

cardiac catheterization procedures

interventional cardiology

indications

contraindications