Cardiac Catheterization

Cardiac catheterization is a minimally invasive procedure used to diagnose and treat certain heart conditions. It involves inserting a thin, flexible tube (catheter) into a blood vessel, usually in the groin or arm, and guiding it to the heart.

This procedure allows doctors to perform diagnostic tests and treatments, including measuring the pressure and oxygen levels in different parts of the heart, obtaining biopsies of heart tissue, and evaluating the heart’s pumping ability.

For children suffering from congenital heart defects (CHD), cardiac catheterization is a critical procedure. It helps doctors understand the specific nature and severity of the heart defect, guiding them in planning the most effective treatment.

This procedure is often a precursor to more complex surgeries, providing vital information that can improve the outcomes of pediatric cardiothoracic surgeries.

At Hospitals for Humanity, our mission is to maximize positive health outcomes and decrease barriers to healthcare, especially for people living in resource-constrained environments. Cardiac catheterization is a crucial diagnostic and treatment procedure in our arsenal to help these young hearts.

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Our Approach

Patient Selection: We start by identifying children with suspected or confirmed congenital heart defects through our screening programs.
Pre-Procedure Evaluation: Each child undergoes a comprehensive evaluation to determine the need and appropriateness of cardiac catheterization.
Procedure: Our team of experienced cardiologists performs the catheterization using state-of-the-art equipment. This procedure is conducted in a sterile, controlled environment to ensure the highest standards of safety and care.
Post-Procedure Care: After the catheterization, children receive close monitoring and care to ensure a smooth recovery. Any findings from the procedure are used to develop a tailored treatment plan.

Our Immediate Goals

Increase Access

Provide yearly cardiac catheterization procedures for children with CHD in Nigeria and other underserved regions.

Capacity Building

Continue training local medical staff to perform cardiac catheterizations independently, ensuring sustainable healthcare improvements.

Awareness

Raise awareness about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of CHD through cardiac catheterization.

Your support is crucial in helping us continue our life-saving work. By donating to Hospitals for Humanity, you contribute directly to the medical care and treatment of children with CHD. Every contribution, no matter how small, makes a significant difference in the lives of these children and their families.

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1000+ Children on our waiting list need you!

Currently, we maintain a rotating list of over 1000 children in our database who have tested positive for Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) and urgently require open-heart surgery. This list is dynamic, as sadly, at least one child on our list passes away each week.