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Angioplasty
It is a procedure used to open blocked heart arteries and restore proper blood circulation using a balloon or stent.
What Is Angioplasty?
Angioplasty is a minimally invasive heart procedure used to open narrowed or blocked coronary arteries and restore proper blood flow to the heart muscle. It is commonly recommended when medicines alone are not enough to relieve symptoms or prevent complications.
This procedure helps reduce chest pain, improve breathing capacity, and lower the risk of heart attacks. Under expert care, angioplasty provides effective and timely treatment for blocked heart arteries.
When Is Angioplasty Recommended?
Angioplasty is advised when significant artery blockage affects normal heart function or causes persistent symptoms.
- Chest pain during activity or rest
- Reduced blood flow detected on angiography
- Shortness of breath linked to coronary artery disease
- High-risk blockages needing immediate correction
How Is Angioplasty Performed?
Angioplasty is performed using advanced catheter-based techniques under imaging guidance to treat blocked arteries safely.
- Catheter insertion: A thin tube is guided through a blood vessel to the blocked artery
- Balloon inflation: The balloon widens the narrowed artery
- Stent placement: A stent keeps the artery open for long-term blood flow
Benefits of Angioplasty
Angioplasty offers rapid symptom relief and improves overall heart performance.
- Reduces chest pain and discomfort
- Improves blood flow to the heart
- Enhances exercise tolerance
- Lowers risk of heart attack
- Shortens recovery compared to surgery
Recovery After Angioplasty
Recovery is usually quick, allowing patients to return to daily activities within a short period.
- Hospital stay is often one to two days
- Mild soreness at catheter site may occur
- Medications help prevent future blockages
- Lifestyle changes support long-term heart health
When to Seek Medical Help
Immediate medical attention is required if symptoms worsen or new warning signs appear.
- Recurring chest pain
- Sudden breathlessness
- Dizziness or fainting
- Unusual swelling or bleeding at procedure site
Why Choose Dr. Rishi Bhargava for Angioplasty?
Dr. Rishi Bhargava provides angioplasty with a strong focus on precision, safety, and long-term heart health. His experience in interventional cardiology ensures evidence-based treatment, ethical decision-making, and personalized care for every patient.
