What type of catheter is a Swan-Ganz?

A Swan-Ganz catheterization is a type of pulmonary artery catheterization procedure. It’s a diagnostic test used to determine whether any hemodynamic, or blood flow-related, abnormalities exist in the heart and lungs. It can be a useful test for people who have recently had heart problems, such as a heart attack.

How do you measure a Swan-Ganz catheter?

Document the length of catheter inserted, measured from the point where the catheter first becomes visible at the sleeve. Thin lines represent 10 cm lengths; thick line is 50 cm marker. Balloon port should be left in the UNLOCKED position with syringe empty and attached to port.

What are the different types of Swan Ganz catheterization?

Swan-Ganz – right heart catheterization – Conditions that can also be diagnosed or evaluated with Swan-Ganz catheterization include 1 Cardiac tamponade. 2 Congenital heart disease. 3 Pulmonary hypertension. 4 Restrictive or dilated cardiomyopathy.

What does Swan Ganz stand for in medical terms?

Swan-Ganz – right heart catheterization. Swan-Ganz catheterization is the passing of a thin tube (catheter) into the right side of the heart and the arteries leading to the lungs. It is done to monitor the heart’s function and blood flow and pressures in and around the heart. This test is most often done in people who are very ill.

When to use Swan Ganz pulmonary output monitor?

When used with a compatible cardiac output monitor, the Swan-Ganz pulmonary artery catheter provides a continuous, comprehensive hemodynamic profile that may allow clinicians to make diagnostic and therapeutic decisions early in the patient’s clinical course. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.

Do you feel pain during Swan Ganz catheterization?

You’ll be awake during the procedure, but you shouldn’t feel pain. You may feel a slight pressure where the catheter is inserted. The amount of time the PAC stays in the heart depends on the person. For very ill people who require more intense monitoring, the PAC may need to stay in place for a few days.