A 40 page booklet packed full of practical
information about undergoing heart diagnostic and treatment
procedures. Written for patients and families, this booklet
reveals, in easy to understand language, the anatomy and workings
of the heart. It then covers the common cardiac conditions that
might lead a physician to recommend a cardiac catheterization.
It takes you through the procedure and discusses in detail the
various ways the cardiologist has to treat the condition. Post-procedure
care is discussed as well as medications and what the patient
can do to prevent recurrence.