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Cardiac catheterization laboratory

The interventional cardiology program at Children’s Minnesota is a dedicated pediatric cardiac catheterization laboratory designed specifically for the needs of patients with congenital heart disease. Our interventional team is trained to perform complex procedures to diagnose and treat many heart conditions from newborn to adulthood. Our interventional cardiology program provides regional care throughout the upper Midwest, averaging more than 350 procedures annually with very low complication rates. Through our collaborative approach with our surgical and advanced imaging colleagues, we are able to provide safe and effective care for your child.

What is a cardiac catheterization?

Cardiac catheterization is a specialized procedure used to diagnose and treat many heart conditions. Through the use of specialized x-ray technology, small, flexible tubes, called catheters, are inserted through blood vessels and guided into the heart allowing for further assessment of the structures and pressures within the heart. Cardiac catheterization is performed on children of any age and can be considered a less invasive approach to the diagnosis and management of certain heart conditions.

Patient stories

Twins Madison and Peyton born with same heart condition now reaching milestones after procedure
The twins were born three months premature with their patent ductus arteriosus’ (PDA) still open. The Kid Experts at Children’s Minnesota developed a standard guideline and protocol for preterm babies...
Siblings by heart: Delilah and William’s story
Delilah and William not only share a sibling bond, but they also share the same congenital heart defect (CHD) diagnosis. Thanks to the care both Delilah and William received by...
Game changer: new non-surgical heart valve procedure at Children’s Minnesota removes need for some kids to have open-heart surgery – meet the state’s youngest patient to get the implant
A 14-year-old became the youngest person in Minnesota – and also the first Children’s Minnesota patient – to get the Harmony valve implant. The FDA calls the implant the first...

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