R + LH Catheterization Flashcards
1
Q
the right heart can be catheterized via a peripheral ? (usually ?)
the left heart can be catheterized via a peripheral ? (usually ?)
A
vein femoral
artery femoral
2
Q
This allows measurement of chamber ?
? contrast also can be injected in the heart to ass ? of blood across ?
? samples can also be taken to measure ? of metabolites (?) and show oxygenation, used to assess for ? and ischaemia
A
pressures radiopaque movement across blood conc lactate shunts
3
Q
cardiac catheterization is generally only indicated if the Dx is ? after ?
A
uncertain
echo