Our cath lab pre-procedure workflow ensures patients are fully prepared ahead of angiography and PCI, reducing same-day cancellations and improving theatre efficiency.
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CARDIOLOGY | PRE-PROCEDURE PREP
Reduce same-day cancellations across the cath lab
Up to one in five cath lab procedures are cancelled on the day due to unmanaged comorbidities, missed fasting, or incomplete pre-assessment. Pre-procedure prep helps identify risks early through digital checklists, allowing staff to review and act before patients arrive.
- Periodic digital check-ins
- Send patients a structured form covering symptoms, medications, infections, and fasting - days before their procedure.
- Risk triggers set by clinicians
- Surface only the responses that meet pre-defined thresholds, helping staff act early without manual triage.
- Fewer same-day cancellations
- Allow staff to confirm readiness, request clarification, or reschedule - improving safety and cath lab efficiency.
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