The placement of a Swan-Ganz catheter allows specialists to diagnose or test for major heart issues without requiring you to undergo major surgery. Usually, it’s a diagnostic tool for people in ...

Dr. Acker answers the question: ''What Exactly Is 'Significant Blockage?'' — -- Question: What is meant by a 'significant blockage' shown in my coronary arteries as seen on a catheterization?

Dr. Charanjit Rihal answers the question: 'Catheterization With Kidney Disease?' — -- Question: If I have kidney disease can I get a catheterization? Answer: If you have kidney disease, you can, ...

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am 75 years old and in very good health. I run five days a week and work out three. I was getting up six times a night or more to go to the bathroom. I went to the urologist, who ...