William Ganz
American cardiologist (1919-2009) · United States · On the map · Doctors · Died at 90
William Ganz was a Slovakia-born American cardiologist who co-invented the pulmonary artery catheter, often referred to as the Swan-Ganz catheter, with Jeremy Swan in 1970. The catheter is used to monitor heart conditions, especially in intensive care units.
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Ganz was also one of the first cardiologists to use enzymes to open clogged arteries, which can lead to heart attacks.
Country
United States
Category
Doctors
Type
Doctor
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1919 to 2009 · aged 90
