Catheterization

Catheterization is the procedure of inserting a catheter (a thin flexible tube) into hollow organs, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels for the purpose of diagnosis or treatment. The catheter is inserted through the skin or mucous membrane and allows the introduction of fluids, medications and other materials into the cavity of an organ or vessel.

Catheterization can be performed for both therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. In the case of therapeutic catheterization, the catheter can be used to remove fluid from an organ cavity, to administer medications, or to perform other medical procedures. For example, bladder catheterization may be used to treat urinary tract infections or to flush the bladder after stone removal.

For diagnostic purposes, catheterization is used to measure pressure in blood vessels, to monitor blood flow, or to study organ function. For example, cardiac catheterization can measure the pressure and volume of blood in different parts of the heart, which can evaluate its function and identify possible problems.

Although catheterization is a fairly common procedure, it can be associated with some risks. Complications such as bleeding, infection, or vascular damage may occur during the procedure. Therefore, before catheterization, it is necessary to conduct a thorough examination of the patient and select the appropriate method of catheter insertion.

Overall, catheterization is an important tool in medicine that allows for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. However, like any medical procedure, it should be carried out only by qualified specialists and in compliance with all necessary safety measures.

Catheterization is one of the most common procedures in medicine. They are carried out to carry out diagnostic and therapeutic manipulations in various organs and systems of the body. Catheters are used to administer medications, draw blood, administer gases and liquids, and remove fluids and flush organs. Let's take a closer look at what catheterizations are and how they are carried out.