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January 5, 2025
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For a heart catheterization, your doctor will provide specific instructions, but here are general preparation tips:

1. Medication: Follow your doctor’s advice on taking or stopping medications, especially blood thinners
2. Fasting: Avoid eating or drinking for several hours before the procedure.
3. Hygiene: Wash with a Show Full Answer

For a heart catheterization, your doctor will provide specific instructions, but here are general preparation tips:

1. Medication: Follow your doctor’s advice on taking or stopping medications, especially blood thinners.
2. Fasting: Avoid eating or drinking for several hours before the procedure.
3. Hygiene: Wash with a sterile soap if instructed.
4. Clothing: Wear comfortable clothes and leave valuables at home.
5. Transportation: Arrange for someone to drive you home.

For more details, visit: [Heart Disease – The Path to Diagnosis](https://www.MyHeartDiseaseTeam.com/resources/he...).

January 5, 2025

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