Left Heart Catheterization
Alternate Names : Left-Sided Heart Catheterization
What happens later at home?
Usually a person can usually return to normal activities the next day unless surgery was indicated.
What are the potential complications after the procedure?
The risks of this procedure are:
bleeding
infection
death, though this is uncommon
When a balloon is used to open a blockage, the artery may be damaged or even rupture. This may require immediate surgery.
Allergic reactions to the dye that is used can also occur. These include:
flushing of the skin, in which the skin becomes hot and red
itching of the skin
rash
kidney failure, known as acute renal failure
anaphylactic shock, which is severe difficulty breathing and a drop in blood pressure. This may cause death.
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