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.
Some patients with coronary artery disease may require surgery. Many patients with serious disease or those who fail on medical therapy are treated with a needle hole or percutaneous (through the skin) procedure that is performed in the cardiac cath laboratory. Angioplasty is one of these procedures.