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.
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