Coronary angioplasty (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention - PCI) opens clogged heart arteries using tiny balloons and Drug-Eluting Stents, restoring vital blood flow to cardiac muscle.
1. What is Angioplasty in Vijayawada?
Angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure where a thin catheter is guided from wrist (radial) artery to blocked heart vessels. A balloon expands the narrowed segment and a stent is deployed to keep it open permanent.
2. Why does it happen?
It is the gold-standard treatment for acute heart attacks and severe angina, preventing heart muscle necrosis and relieving chest pain.
3. Who is at risk?
Patients with acute coronary syndromes, STEMI, NSTEMI, or severe TMT/Angiogram positive blockages require angioplasty.
4. Common Symptoms
- Severe chest pain
- Exertional angina
- Shortness of breath
5. Underlying Causes
- Atherosclerotic plaque thrombosis
6. Diagnostic Evaluations
- Coronary Angiography
- IVUS / FFR
7. Treatment Options & Interventions
- Drug-Eluting Stent (DES) Implantation
- Thrombus Aspiration
- Radial Access Stenting
8. Recovery & Rehabilitation
Radial angioplasty permits discharge within 24–48 hours and rapid recovery.
9. Prevention & Lifestyle Guidance
- Strict post-stent antiplatelet therapy compliance
- Statin lipid management
10. Doctor's Medical Advice
Radial angioplasty ensures safe, comfortable recovery with minimal bleeding risk.
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