Infographics: Pre-Cath Medications
Pre-Cath Medications This infographic provides essential guidance on managing medications before cardiac catheterization, focusing on balancing medication safety and procedure outcomes. Metformin eGFR ≥ 60: Continue Metformin. Rationale: Lower risk of contrast-associated acute kidney injury (AKI). eGFR ≤ 45: Avoid Metformin. Rationale: Increased risk of lactic acidosis peri-cath, though the…