
Our cardiologists may recommend Angioplasty and Stenting to treat:
Coronary artery disease
Acute heart attacks caused by blocked arteries
Severe chest pain not improving with medication
Restricted blood flow affecting daily activities
When non-surgical options are preferred over Open-Heart Surgery
The guidelines that a patient should adhere to before undergoing this Coronary Intervention Procedure in EM Bypass, Kolkata include:
Medications are temporarily stopped (especially anticoagulants)
Fasting for several hours before the procedure
Smoking cessation if a patient is a smoker
Patients are also advised to inform their healthcare provider of any allergies or medications
The surgery is performed under local anaesthesia whereby the patient is awake but is sedated, and a small incision is performed in either the groin or the wrist. The catheter with an inflated balloon tip is then inserted into the artery. X-ray imaging guidance is utilised to advance it to the site of obstruction. The balloon is then inflated at the site of the blockage, which pushes the plaque against the artery walls and widens the vessel to restore blood flow. A stent is placed in the artery to keep it open. Once the stent is positioned, the balloon is deflated and carefully removed, while the stent stays in place permanently to support the artery.
Immediately after the procedure, care instructions must be adhered to heal properly and avoid complications. Any pain, redness, swelling, or bleeding at the insertion site is assessed. The patient may be prescribed blood thinners, which could be needed for life to help prevent clot formation . Along with medication, long-term heart care involves eating a heart-friendly diet, staying active, avoiding smoking, and keeping stress under control. Follow-up visits with your healthcare provider are an important part of recovery, helping to monitor your healing and address any concerns early.
Bleeding or bruising at the catheter insertion site
In rare cases, the artery may narrow again
Blood clots can form around the stents if medications are not taken properly
At Manipal Hospitals, EM Bypass, our cardiology team ensures that every Coronary Intervention Procedure in EM Bypass, Kolkata is supported through pre-procedure evaluation, advanced imaging guidance, and personalised care to minimise risks and support a safe recovery.
Angioplasty and Stenting is a minimally invasive heart procedure used to open narrowed or blocked arteries. A thin tube with a small balloon at its tip is guided into the narrowed artery. The balloon is then gently inflated to widen the artery, and a stent (a tiny mesh tube) is placed to help keep it open and support steady blood flow.
At Manipal Hospitals, Angioplasty and Stenting Treatment in EM Bypass, Kolkata is carried out by experienced cardiologists using advanced techniques and real-time imaging, ensuring safety, precision, and quicker recovery for patients with blocked coronary arteries.
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