Angioplasty

Angioplasty is a medical procedure that has revolutionized the treatment of cardiovascular conditions, offering a minimally invasive approach to address narrowed or blocked arteries. During angioplasty, a catheter with a deflated balloon is threaded into the affected blood vessel, typically through the femoral artery. Once in position, the balloon is inflated, compressing the plaque or fatty deposits against the arterial walls and restoring blood flow. In some cases, a stent, a small mesh tube, is placed to keep the vessel open. This procedure is commonly used to treat coronary artery disease, helping alleviate symptoms such as chest pain and improving overall cardiac function. Angioplasty has significantly reduced the need for more invasive surgeries and has become a cornerstone in the field of interventional cardiology, providing patients with a less traumatic and more efficient means of managing cardiovascular issues.