New Cath lab to be set up at Kalpana Chawla Govt Medical College
Karnal: In a move to enhance cardiac care for heart patients of Karnal and nearby districts, Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College (KCGMC) is set to establish a cardiac catheterization laboratory (cath lab). The medical college has already initiated the tender process for the installation of the facility, which is expected to be operational soon.
This new cath lab will offer life-saving procedures like angiography and angioplasty, significantly improving cardiac care for residents.
KCGMC currently lacks a dedicated cardiology department, with cardiac patients being treated under the Department of Medicine. As a result, those requiring advanced cardiac interventions are forced to seek care at larger medical centres or private hospitals. This situation not only leads to delays in treatment but also imposes an added financial burden on patients.
The sources at the medical college revealed that KCGMC typically receives three to four patients per week requiring urgent cardiac interventions. In the absence of specialized services, these patients have to travel long distances which can be critical in cardiac emergencies. The establishment of a dedicated cath lab is expected to address this issue by providing diagnostic and treatment services within the college premises.
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