(Y61.5) During heart catheterization

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21 077 in individuals diagnosis during heart catheterization confirmed

Diagnosis during heart catheterization is diagnosed Men are 22.16% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis during heart catheterization

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis during heart catheterization

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease during heart catheterization - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 20-24, 35-44, 50-79, 85-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-19, 25-34, 45-49, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-44, 70-79, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 35-39, 45-69, 80-94

Disease Features during heart catheterization

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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During heart catheterization - what does this mean

Heart catheterization is a procedure in which a thin, flexible tube (catheter) is inserted into a blood vessel in the arm, groin, or neck and threaded to the heart. during the procedure, dye is injected through the catheter so that the blood vessels of the heart can be seen on an x-ray. this allows the doctor to diagnose and treat any blockages or other problems with the heart.

What happens during the disease - during heart catheterization

The pathogenesis of a heart catheterization involves the insertion of a thin, flexible tube into the heart through an artery in the arm or leg. this procedure allows the doctor to measure the pressure inside the heart and to take samples of the blood. it also allows the doctor to look for any blockages in the coronary arteries, which can lead to a heart attack or other heart-related complications.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Review patient medical history
  • Perform physical exam
  • Order an electrocardiogram (ECG)
  • Order a chest X-ray
  • Order blood tests
  • Order an echocardiogram
  • Perform cardiac catheterization
  • Perform angiography
  • Perform intravascular ultrasound
  • Perform computed tomography (CT) scan
  • Perform magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: Treating the Disease During Heart Catheterization
  • Administering anesthesia to the patient
  • Inserting a catheter into the patient's body
  • Performing imaging tests to assess the patient's heart
  • Injecting a dye into the arteries to detect any blockages
  • Using a balloon to open up blocked arteries
  • Inserting a stent to keep the arteries open
  • Removing the catheter
  • Providing follow-up care and monitoring
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42 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

During heart catheterization - Prevention

The best way to prevent complications during a heart catheterization is to ensure that the patient is properly prepared for the procedure, including pre-operative evaluation and testing, and that the procedure is performed by a highly trained and experienced physician in a sterile environment. additionally, proper post-operative care should be provided to ensure that any potential complications are identified and addressed quickly.