Left heart ventricular angiography

Angiography - left heart; Left ventriculography

Left heart ventricular angiography is a procedure to look at the left-sided heart chambers and the function of the left-sided valves. It is sometimes combined with coronary angiography.

Heart valves - anterior view

Existen cuatro válvulas localizadas en el corazón. Cada una contiene dos o tres pliegues de tejido delgado. Cuando se cierra, la válvula evita que la sangre regrese a su ubicación anterior. Al abrir, la sangre fluye libremente. Los problemas de válvula pueden deberse a anomalías congénitas, infección u otras causas.

Heart valves - superior view

There are four valves located in the heart. Each valve either consists of two or three folds of thin tissue. When closed, the valve prevents blood from flowing backwards to its previous location. When open the valve allows blood to flow freely. Valve problems can occur because of congenital abnormalities, infection, or other causes.

How the Test is Performed

How to Prepare for the Test

How the Test will Feel

Why the Test is Performed

Normal Results

What Abnormal Results Mean

Risks

Considerations