New Cath lab to be set up at Kalpana Chawla Govt Medical College
Karnal: In a move to enhance cardiac care for heart patients of Karnal and nearby districts, Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College (KCGMC) is set to establish a cardiac catheterization laboratory (cath lab). The medical college has already initiated the tender process for the installation of the facility, which is expected to be operational soon.
This new cath lab will offer life-saving procedures like angiography and angioplasty, significantly improving cardiac care for residents.
KCGMC currently lacks a dedicated cardiology department, with cardiac patients being treated under the Department of Medicine. As a result, those requiring advanced cardiac interventions are forced to seek care at larger medical centres or private hospitals. This situation not only leads to delays in treatment but also imposes an added financial burden on patients.
The sources at the medical college revealed that KCGMC typically receives three to four patients per week requiring urgent cardiac interventions. In the absence of specialized services, these patients have to travel long distances which can be critical in cardiac emergencies. The establishment of a dedicated cath lab is expected to address this issue by providing diagnostic and treatment services within the college premises.
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Dr Amandeep Singh, Head of the Department of Medicine, emphasized that the addition of a cath lab would greatly enhance patient care. He mentioned that the establishment of a cath lab would enhance patient care, enabling cardiac patients to receive timely and comprehensive treatment. He expressed hope that the lab would be functional by the end of January.
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The news has been enthusiastically welcomed by the residents of Karnal, who have expressed that there has been a long-standing demand for a dedicated cardiac care facility in the city. Rajiv Kumar, a resident of Karnal, highlighted the long-standing struggle faced by families due to the lack of local treatment options for heart-related issues.
According to Tribune India, he stated, “A state-of-the-art cardiac center for patient care is a long-standing demand. Many families have struggled with the lack of local treatment options for heart-related issues.” He mentioned that this new facility will improve the healthcare infrastructure of the medical college and it will allow patients to receive cardiac care at their doorstep.
Amneet Singh, another resident of the city said that a cath lab is much needed for any health institution. He added that the setting up of a cath lab in Karnal is a welcome step.
