Metropolitan Hospital operates a specialized Hemodynamic Laboratory certified by the Greek Ministry of Health and KESY. The facility functions 24 hours a day for both elective and emergency diagnostics. Specialists use advanced imaging tools including Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). These systems provide high-definition views of the coronary arteries and heart valves. The clinic is ISO certified and recognized internationally for maintaining low complication rates. Interventional cardiologists perform all assessments using 3D cardiac mapping and coronary flow reserve systems.
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