Shimadzu Medical Systems USA installs new Cath Lab at Holzer
Shimadzu Medical Systems USA, a subsidiary of Shimadzu Corporation, is proud to announce the latest installation of a Trinias C8 unity edition (ceiling-mounted cutting-edge angiography system) at Holzer Health System’s Gallipolis Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) Lab. The system was installed by Shimadzu’s dealer partner, Alpha Imaging.
“This installation brings our cardiac cath lab into the future,” shared David Fields, NP, Holzer Cardiovascular Services Director. “We began providing cardiac cath services in March 2000, and we continue to evolve and grow our program to provide these life-saving services for our communities. We are proud to showcase our new cath lab to the community in our upcoming Open House on Thursday, September 7, from 3pm to 5pm.”
Cardiac catheterizations are procedures used to diagnose and treat certain cardiovascular conditions. During cardiac catheterization, a long thin tube (catheter) is inserted into an artery or vein in your groin, neck or arm and threaded through your blood vessels to your heart. Catheterizations are performed to check for heart disease (such as coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, or disease of the aorta), to monitor how the heart muscle is working, and to decide whether further treatment (such as an interventional procedure or bypass surgery) is needed.
The majority of Holzer cardiac caths are performed radially, which is through the wrist,” shared Tim Casto, Rt(R)(CV)(CT), Radiology Specialty Supervisor, Cardiac Cath Lab, Holzer Cardiovascular Services. “This allows for quicker recovery time and reduced risks.” This type of catheterization is when the interventional cardiologist uses the radial artery in the wrist as the entry point for the catheter. The thin catheter then works through the body’s network of arteries in the arm and into the chest, reaching the heart. Catheterizations performed this way are reported to have improved safety, enhanced comfort, and shorter recovery times.
“We are blessed with a sense of family,” shared Casto. “I know the patients. And they know our staff. We are providing services for our friends and family, which provides relief for our patients to have a relationship with our staff. Our patients know that we are going to provide the very best care possible.”
The updated technology provides the ability to solve the everyday imaging problems in the cardiac cath lab. Shimadzu’s high speed SCORE PRO Advance image processing technology maintains image quality while reducing dose. SMART Access gives the user the ability to move from fingertip to fingertip to better manage radial access. The large tableside SmartDisplay brings all the images to the bedside on one monitor with a customized display for easier workflow.
The community is welcome to attend the upcoming Open House and will receive tours of the renovated area. They will also be able to meet and talk to Cardiac staff. For any questions, call (740) 446-5901 or email info@holzer.org.
About Holzer
Holzer Cardiovascular Services has assembled a staff of the region’s most qualified team of cardiac physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff. Using the most technologically advanced cardiac equipment and procedures, Holzer is devoted to delivering the very best in cardiac care. Holzer is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has been designated a Rural Referral Center by the federal government. For more information, call 1-855-4-HOLZER or visit www.holzer.org.
About Shimadzu Medical Systems USA (SMS)
Shimadzu Corporation, founded in 1875 in Kyoto, Japan and the parent of Shimadzu Medical Systems USA (SMS), is a global provider of medical diagnostic equipment including conventional, interventional, and digital X-Ray systems. Shimadzu Medical Systems USA is headquartered in Long Beach, California with Sales and Service offices throughout the United States, the Caribbean and Canada with a Sales and Marketing office located in Cleveland, Ohio and Direct Operations headquartered out of Dallas, Texas, Kenmore, WA, and the greater Chicago area. Visit SMS at: www.shimadzu-usa.com or call (800) 228-1429.
