Precision cardiac
intervention.
A state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory for advanced invasive diagnostics and life-saving interventional cardiology.
Overview
The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at SMIMS is a state-of-the-art facility for advanced invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures — enabling minimally invasive treatment that significantly improves patient outcomes.
A team of interventional cardiologists, cardiac anaesthetists, technicians and nurses operates with continuous backup from the Cardiac ICU and Cardiothoracic Surgery team for comprehensive cardiac care.
16,161 cardiac procedures
The Cardiology Department at SMIMS achieved a major milestone in 2025 by successfully completing 16,161 cardiac procedures — a testament to the trust placed in our cardiac care services across South Tamil Nadu.
Spanning diagnostic catheterizations, coronary angiograms, angioplasties, device implantations, electrophysiology and structural heart interventions — backed by advanced infrastructure and 24/7 critical care.
Invasive Cardiac Diagnostic Studies
Essential evaluations to determine the most appropriate treatment for structural, coronary and rhythm disorders.
Advanced Interventional Procedures
Comprehensive minimally invasive therapeutic interventions for coronary and structural heart disease.
Cardiac Rhythm & Electrophysiology
Advanced management of cardiac rhythm disorders and device therapies.
Diagnostic mapping for arrhythmias.
For SVT and other rhythm disorders.
Single & dual chamber systems.
For life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias.
Cardiac resynchronization for heart failure.
Structural Heart & Advanced Interventions
For selected high-risk patients, the department performs advanced structural heart procedures using percutaneous techniques.
Peripheral Vascular & Endovascular Procedures
Beyond coronary care — diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases affecting arteries and veins outside the heart.
Integrated Cardiac Care
The Cath Lab functions as part of the comprehensive cardiac care program at SMIMS — working closely with Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac ICU, Emergency Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging to ensure rapid diagnosis, immediate intervention and optimal long-term care.