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  • Cardiology
  • Pulmonary Medicine
  • Critical Care Medicine

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  • Non-invasive imaging is common, but right heart catheterization (RHC) is the gold standard for hemodynamic assessment.
  • RHC provides direct measurements of venous, intracardiac, and pulmonary arterial pressures, and cardiac output.
  • Accurate RHC requires technical skill due to potential errors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of best practices for performing right heart catheterization.
  • To highlight common pitfalls and sources of error in RHC execution and interpretation.
  • To outline current clinical indications for utilizing right heart catheterization.

Main Methods:

  • This review synthesizes current literature on right heart catheterization.
  • Focuses on procedural techniques, data interpretation, and clinical applications.
  • Includes discussion of potential complications and strategies for error mitigation.

Main Results:

  • Right heart catheterization offers precise hemodynamic data essential for diagnosing and managing cardiopulmonary conditions.
  • Understanding potential sources of error is critical for reliable interpretation of RHC results.
  • Adherence to best practices ensures the safety and efficacy of the procedure.

Conclusions:

  • Right heart catheterization remains an indispensable tool for hemodynamic assessment in complex cardiopulmonary diseases.
  • Proper technique and awareness of pitfalls are paramount for successful RHC.
  • This review serves as a guide for clinicians regarding the optimal use of RHC.