Invasive cardiovascular testing in chronic congestive heart failure.
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Abstract
The complexity of the congestive heart failure syndrome often calls for a complete evaluation of the patient's cardiovascular status. Determination of the cause, detection, and grading of surgically treatable lesions, assessment of diastolic dysfunction, and development of a therapeutic plan generally require diagnostic cardiac catheterization and/or placement of a flow-directed pulmonary artery catheter. Each procedure has its value and its limitations.
Medical subject headings
- Heart Failure
- Heart Function Tests