First use in Greece of Philips' advanced intracardiac echocardiography system
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For the first time in Greece, Philips' advanced intracardiac echocardiography device has been used. This is a technology that allows the heart to be imaged from the inside, as the ultrasound probe is placed within the body via a thin catheter.
Intracardiac echocardiography is used in certain cardiology procedures. With it, doctors can see details of the heart's chambers and valves in real time. The images obtained thus help in planning and monitoring the procedure.
The use of this particular device is considered an important step for Greek cardiology, as it gives hospitals the opportunity to apply new imaging methods. This technology is part of a broader trend in medicine, in which imaging examinations are becoming increasingly accurate and less invasive for the patient.
Finally, this development shows that Greece is keeping pace with international developments in medical technology. Experts are expected to monitor how the new method will be used in everyday clinical practice and what results it will have for patients.
Sources: Health Daily
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