Croup facts. 1  Croup is an infection of the larynx, trachea, and the bronchial tubes usually caused by viruses. 2  Croup is contagious, especially during the first few days of the illness. 3  A cough that sounds like a barking seal and a harsh raspy Darth Vader sound during inhalation are symptoms of croup.
Combined with its technologically advanced cardiac cath lab and two spacious 1,000 sq. ft. surgical suites make The Heart Center at Indian River Medical Center one of the most comprehensive cardiovascular programs in the country.
If the cath lab is to be used for endovascular procedures, especially for AAA endograft treatment, the room should be equipped with both an adequate radiologic intensifier (measuring >12 inches in diameter), and a vascular software package that allows for digital subtraction and road mapping, among other functions.