Choosing between floor-mounted and ceiling-mounted cath labs involves carefully considering the structural support for each and your procedural needs. Each type has specific requirements and benefits, varying with installation costs, equipment mobility, and flexibility. Understanding these factors is essential when selecting a system that best suits your facility’s space, budget, and needs.
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A cath lab, short for a catheterization laboratory, is a customized room in a hospital, clinic, or medical imaging facility with catheterization equipment and specialized diagnostic imaging machines. They allow doctors to capture images of the heart and blood vessels as they move in real-time.
Catheterization laboratories, or cath labs, are critical for diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. They help improve patient care while reducing the need for invasive surgeries.
